Chapter XVI · Chapter 16

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

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

any thing at all

From this reading "Is there anything fresh and frothy on the tape?"

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

From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

young of domestic cattle

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

(usually followed by “of”) having capacity or ability

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

a roll of tobacco for smoking

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

plural of “daniel” — (Old Testament) a youth who was taken into the court of Nebuchadnezzar and given divine protection when thrown into a den of lions (6th century BC)

From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

method or manner of conduct in relation to others

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

following immediately and as a result of what went before

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

-ing form of “exhibit” — show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

more than is needed, desired, or required

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation

From this reading "Is there anything fresh and frothy on the tape?"

in an affable manner

From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

playing golf

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

socks and stockings and tights collectively (the British include underwear)

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

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

From this reading "Is there anything fresh and frothy on the tape?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

plural of “item” — a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

a writer for newspapers and magazines

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

a midday meal

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

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 A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

a form of address for a man

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

with neatness

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

information about recent and important events

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

not any; not one

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

the middle of the day

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

according to the clock

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "Is there anything fresh and frothy on the tape?"

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

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

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

a particular environment or walk of life

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

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

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

past form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

a long thin piece of cloth or paper as used for binding or fastening

From this reading "Is there anything fresh and frothy on the tape?"

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

in or at that place or location

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

the provincial capital and largest city in Ontario (and the largest city in Canada)

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

precisely as stated

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

the fourth day of the week; the third working day

From this reading A STOP-PRESS MESSAGE Mr. John McMurtrie, editor of the _Toronto Sphere_, a capable journalist and a man of many friends, strolled into his office about three o'clock one Wednesday afternoon.

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

From this reading "Well, Daniels," he said genially, as he entered his assistant's room.

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

From this reading He sat across a corner of the table, exhibiting a well-developed calf neatly covered with golfing hose.

which person or people

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

in the company of; together with

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.

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

From this reading His first extra edition was due at four, and it may seem that he had allowed himself a very short time for dealing with fresh items of news that had come to hand since noon; but he had an excellent assistant, who took a real interest in his work, so that there was no need for the editor to hurry his luncheon or the ensuing cigar.