used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading All hands were up and about by eight the next morning.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
(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 belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
belatedadjectiveUS /bɪˈleɪtɪd/
after the expected or usual time; delayed
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading All hands were up and about by eight the next morning.
past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
Desmond
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From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
Desmond's
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From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
detailedadjectiveUS /dɪˈteɪld/
developed or executed with care and in minute detail
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
being one more than seven
From this reading All hands were up and about by eight the next morning.
Findlay
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From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
fruitlessadjectiveUS /ˈfruːtləs/
unproductive of success
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
gearnounUS /ɡɪr/
a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
the act of departing
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading All hands were up and about by eight the next morning.
HayesnounUS /heɪz/
acclaimed actress of stage and screen (1900-1993)
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
homewardadverbUS /ˈhoʊmwərd/
toward home
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
indefinitelyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈdefənətli/
to an indefinite extent; for an indefinite time
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
not able to be found
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading All hands were up and about by eight the next morning.
MotornounUS /ˈmoʊtər/
machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
on one occasion
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
OutboardnounUS /ˈaʊtbɔːrd/
a motorboat with an outboard motor
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
overhaulingverbUS /ˈoʊvərhɔːlɪŋ/
-ing form of “overhaul” — travel past
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
PatrolnounUS /pəˈtroʊl/
a detachment used for security or reconnaissance
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
protractedadjectiveUS /proʊˈtræktɪd/
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
provisionsnounUS /prəˈvɪʒənz/
a stock or supply of foods
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
regulationnounUS /ˌreɡjəˈleɪʃən/
an authoritative rule
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
past form of “remind” — put in the mind of someone
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
ScoutmasternounUS /ˈskaʊtmæstər/
the leader of a troop of Scouts
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
snugadjectiveUS /snʌɡ/
offering safety; well protected or concealed
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
Spindriftnoun
spray blown up from the surface of the sea
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
not in physical motion
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was still much to be done, overhauling gear, taking in provisions, and making all snug.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading All hands were up and about by eight the next morning.
an act of traveling by water
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
waivedverbUS /weɪvd/
past form of “waive” — do without or cease to hold or adhere to
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Outboard Motor It was midnight before the crew of the _Spindrift_ turned in, but for once the regulation for "lights out" at ten was waived.
(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 The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading All hands were up and about by eight the next morning.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Findlay and Hayes had to be told a detailed account of Desmond's adventure; while Desmond had to hear the story of the fruitless search for the missing Patrol Leader.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
yarning
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From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
youthfuladjectiveUS /ˈjuːθfəl/
suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh
From this reading The belated supper was a protracted affair, and yarning seemed to be going on indefinitely, until the Scoutmaster reminded his youthful crew that, all being well, the homeward voyage was to be commenced within the next twelve hours.
