used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
aidedadjectiveUS /ˈeɪdəd/
having help; often used as a combining form
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
a cherished desire
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
amidprepositionUS /əˈmɪd/
in the middle of; surrounded by
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
eagerly desirous
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
assistverbUS /əˈsɪst/
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
financial assistance in time of need
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
brought into existence
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
caresnounUS /kerz/
plural of “care” — the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
clusterverbUS /ˈklʌstər/
come together as in a cluster or flock
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
Company'snounUS /ˈkʌmpəniz/
possessive form of “company” — an institution created to conduct business
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
demonstrationnounUS /ˌdemənˈstreɪʃən/
a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
directingadjectiveUS /dərˈektɪŋ/
showing the way by conducting or leading; imposing direction on
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
else
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From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
enterprisenounUS /ˈentərpraɪz/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
establishverbUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/
set up or found
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
divisible by two
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
exhilaratingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/
making lively and cheerful
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
a young female
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
GranitenounUS /ˈɡrænət/
plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
half-starved
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From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
HardyadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrdi/
having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
inflected form of “hide” — prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
hiringverbUS /ˈhaɪrɪŋ/
-ing form of “hire” — engage or hire for work
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
HuttonnounUS /ˈhʌtən/
English cricketer (1916-1990)
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
intentionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈtentʃənz/
plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
Jess
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From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
laudableadjectiveUS /ˈlɔːdəbəl/
worthy of high praise
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
a female domestic
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
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 Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
marvelledverbUS /mɑːrˈveld/
inflected form of “marvel” — be amazed at
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
the force of workers available
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
not any; not one
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
held or filled or in use
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
operationsnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃənz/
financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
participate in games or sport
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
pleasingadjectiveUS /ˈpliːzɪŋ/
giving pleasure and satisfaction
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
concerned with actual use or practice
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
rearedverbUS /rɪrd/
past form of “rear” — stand up on the hind legs, of quadrupeds
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
residentsnounUS /ˈrezɪdənts/
plural of “resident” — someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
responsibilitynounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
ROCKHAVEN
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From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
plural of “rock” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
violinnounUS /vaɪəˈlɪn/
bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family; this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfretted fingerboard and is played with a bow
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading Jess Hutton aided him in many ways and, in fact, seemed anxious to assist in this new enterprise that was likely to be of material benefit to Rockhaven.
weirdadjectiveUS /wɪrd/
suggesting the operation of supernatural influences
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading It was a pleasing freedom, for never before had he known what it was to be his own master; but now the hiring of men and directing operations gave him a sense of power and responsibility that was exhilarating.
which person or people
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
Winn
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From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
wiselyadverbUS /ˈwaɪzli/
in a wise manner
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
in the company of; together with
From this reading SUNDAY ON ROCKHAVEN For a few days Winn Hardy was so occupied with the cares of his new position that he thought of little else.
past form of “wonder” — have a wish or desire to know something
From this reading He wondered many times who the girl was that had hid herself in that weird cluster of rocks to play the violin, and marvelled that any maid, born and reared amid the half-starved residents of Rockhaven, should even have that laudable ambition; but he asked no questions.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Winn wisely let the stock matter rest, feeling that a practical demonstration of the Rockhaven Granite Company's enterprise and intentions would in due time establish confidence.
