used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
farther along in physical or mental development
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
associationnounUS /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/
a formal organization of people or groups of people
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
Briarwoodnoun
wood from the hard woody root of the briar Erica arborea; used to make tobacco pipes
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
classesnounUS /ˈklæsəz/
plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
carefully weighed
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
entertainmentnounUS /ˌentərˈteɪnmənt/
an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
From this reading Within the association was much innocent entertainment.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
FieldingnounUS /ˈfiːldɪŋ/
(baseball) handling the ball while playing in the field
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
frolics
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From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
activities that are enjoyable or amusing
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
the act of departing
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
IncidentallyadverbUS /ˌɪnsɪˈdentəli/
introducing a different topic
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
free from evil or guilt
From this reading Within the association was much innocent entertainment.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
of or relating to two people who are married to each other
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
move something or somebody to a lower position
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
necessarilyadverbUS /ˌnesəˈserəli/
in an essential manner
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
NETTIE
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
organizationnounUS /ˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃən/
a group of people who work together
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
others
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From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
PARSONSnounUS /ˈpɑːrsənz/
United States sociologist (1902-1979)
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
an educational institution
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
SeptembernounUS /sepˈtembər/
the month following August and preceding October
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
Sweetbriarnoun
Eurasian rose with prickly stems and fragrant leaves and bright pink flowers followed by scarlet hips
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
in or at that place or location
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It was an honor--and was so considered by all--to be invited to become a Sweetbriar.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading NETTIE PARSONS' FEAST Incidentally there was as much fun going on at Briarwood Hall as usual this fall, but Ruth Fielding did not entirely enjoy any of the frolics in which she necessarily had a part.
which person or people
From this reading Several new girls who entered the school in September who were old enough, joined the association, besides others who were advanced from the lower classes.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Within the association was much innocent entertainment.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The work of the Sweetbriar organization was all that really interested her in this line.
