used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
accomplishverbUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃ/
put in effect
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
ain't
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
(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 Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
a person who is in charge
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts)
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
CURMUDGEONnounUS /kərˈmʌdʒɪn/
a crusty irascible cantankerous old person full of stubborn ideas
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
definiteadjectiveUS /ˈdefənət/
precise; explicit and clearly defined
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
EasternadjectiveUS /ˈiːstərn/
lying toward or situated in the east
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
GliblyadverbUS /ˈɡlɪbli/
with superficial plausibility
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
guysnounUS /ɡaɪz/
plural of “guy” — an informal term for a youth or man
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "Point him out to me," said Jackson.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
illustriousadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈlʌstriəs/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
indefiniteadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdefənət/
vague or not clearly defined or stated
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
interviewedverbUS /ˈɪntərvjuːd/
past form of “interview” — conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
JnounUS /dʒeɪ/
a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
JacksonnounUS /ˈdʒæksən/
English film actress who later became a member of British Parliament (born in 1936)
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
apprehended with certainty
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
plural of “land” — the land on which real estate is located
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
lobbynounUS /ˈlɑːbi/
a large entrance or reception room or area
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
any art that invokes supernatural powers
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
MatthewsnounUS /ˈmæθjuːz/
plural of “matthew” — (New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "Point him out to me," said Jackson.
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
an area that is approximately central within some larger region
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
immediately following in time or order
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading "Point him out to me," said Jackson.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading "Point him out to me," said Jackson.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
on the contrary
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
recountedverbUS /rɪˈkaʊntɪd/
past form of “recount” — narrate or give a detailed account of
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
reflectionsnounUS /rɪˈflekʃənz/
plural of “reflection” — a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Point him out to me," said Jackson.
SKINNERnounUS /ˈskɪnər/
United States actor (1858-1942)
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
strolledverbUS /stroʊld/
past form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
make physical contact with, come in contact with
From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading "I always like to look over these Eastern guys that know so much that ain't so about us Middle West people."
which person or people
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "Who is this Skinner that was interviewed?" he asked the chief clerk, whom he had known for a long time.
Wilkinsons
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From this reading Glibly the clerk recounted to Jackson all he knew about their guest, who had suddenly become illustrious through the magic touch of the J. Matthews Wilkinsons.
in the company of; together with
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading SKINNER LANDS A CURMUDGEON With his head full of these reflections but without any definite method to accomplish a rather indefinite purpose, Jackson strolled into the lobby of The Hotel the next morning.
