used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
accumulatedadjectiveUS /əˈkjuːmjəleɪtɪd/
periodically accumulated over time
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
at or in the front
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
amuseverbUS /əˈmjuːz/
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
on or to one side
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
bulliedverbUS /ˈbʊlid/
inflected form of “bully” — be bossy towards
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
put or send forth
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
Daggett
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From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
to or in any or all places
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
a boy or man
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
brought together in one place
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
glancesnounUS /ˈɡlænsɪz/
plural of “glance” — a quick look
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
coins made of gold
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
temporary military shelter
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
Larkin
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
lazyadjectiveUS /ˈleɪzi/
moving slowly and gently
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
prolonged unfulfilled desire or need
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
MajoradjectiveUS /ˈmeɪdʒər/
of greater importance or stature or rank
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
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 There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
the force of workers available
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
miserlyadjectiveUS /ˈmaɪzərli/
(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
phasesnounUS /ˈfeɪzəz/
plural of “phase” — any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
repelledverbUS /rəˈpeld/
inflected form of “repel” — cause to move back by force or influence
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
sacksnounUS /sæks/
plural of “sack” — a bag made of paper or plastic for holding customer's purchases
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
scowlingadjectiveUS /ˈskaʊlɪŋ/
sullen or unfriendly in appearance
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading He was a lazy fellow, and did not seem to get ahead as fast as his companions, for that reason.
hit with a missile from a weapon
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
do one's shopping
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
studyingnounUS /ˈstʌdiɪŋ/
reading carefully with intent to remember
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
express a supposition
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
surlyadjectiveUS /ˈsɜːrli/
inclined to anger or bad feelings with overtones of menace
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
(of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
a source of difficulty
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There were many curious characters at the camp, as I suppose there are everywhere that a number of men are gathered together.
in or at the place that
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
which person or people
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Aside from the miserly Daggett the man who caused me the most trouble was the surly, scowling Larkin, whom the Major had threatened to shoot on sight if he did not pay me for everything he obtained at my shop.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I used to amuse myself studying the various phases of human nature that came under my observation, with the result that some men attracted me and some repelled me.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Sometimes, in the heat of the afternoon, he would strike work and come into my hut, where he threatened and bullied me and cast longing glances at the sacks of gold I had accumulated.
