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 THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

plural of “accommodation” — making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

be able to spare or give up

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

later than; following

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

united by being of the same opinion

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

a quantity of money

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

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

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

on or to one side

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

bring into balance or equilibrium

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

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From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

bestow a quality on

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

the cognitive process of reaching a decision

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

characterized by great determination

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

a region marked off for administrative or other purposes

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

creating or arousing excitement

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

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

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

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

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

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

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

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From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

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From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

of great significance or value

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

third-person singular of “intend” — have in mind as a purpose

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

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

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

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

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

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

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

engage in

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

used to form the superlative

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

on one occasion

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

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From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

puffed up with vanity

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

established beyond doubt

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

plural of “pupil” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

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

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

one of four equal parts

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

not used up

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

Identical; not different.

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

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

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

plural of “scholar” — a learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

an educational institution

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Mr. Potts and Mr. Jenks early in the evening inquired the amount which the town had set aside for the school.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

a male human offspring

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

an idea that is suggested

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

a quantity of money

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

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

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading THE DISTRICT SCHOOL The meeting held for the purpose of deciding that the town could or could not afford to furnish suitable accommodations for its pupils proved to be a most exciting affair.

be a tutor to someone; give individual instruction

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

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

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.

in a vehement manner

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

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

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

which person or people

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading "I have two scholars for the school," said Mr. Weston, "and if Mr. Potts, who intends to have a private tutor for his son, is willing to give a quarter of the sum needed, I'm sure I'll do the same."

in the company of; together with

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.

From this reading Josiah Boyden filled with indignation that the matter should have been thought worthy of consideration after he had spoken so vehemently against it at Barnes' store, sat pompous and important near the door, fully determined to crush any suggestion which might be offered.

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

From this reading Upon learning the sum, each at once agreed to contribute a quarter of the balance needed if others would make up the remaining half.