used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
advancementnounUS /ədˈvænsmənt/
encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
ALGERnounUS /ˈældʒər/
United States author of inspirational adventure stories for boys; virtue and hard work overcome poverty (1832-1899)
From this reading By HORATIO ALGER, JR.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
Bootblacknoun
a person who polishes shoes and boots
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
a youthful male person
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
burglarsnounUS /ˈbɜːrɡlərz/
plural of “burglar” — a thief who enters a building with intent to steal
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading By HORATIO ALGER, JR.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
chroniclesnounUS /ˈkrɑːnɪkəlz/
plural of “chronicle” — a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
corruptverbUS /kərˈʌpt/
corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
zealous in devotion or affection
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
someone who is a detective
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
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From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
exciteverbUS /ɪkˈsaɪt/
arouse or elicit a feeling
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
experiencesnounUS /ɪkˈspɪriənsɪz/
plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
the act of giving
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
guardiansnounUS /ˈɡɑːrdiənz/
plural of “guardian” — a person who cares for persons or property
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
past form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
HORATIO
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From this reading By HORATIO ALGER, JR.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
inauguratedverbUS /ɪˈnɔːɡəreɪtɪd/
past form of “inaugurate” — commence officially
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
indicateverbUS /ˈɪndəkeɪt/
be a signal for or a symptom of
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
influencesnounUS /ˈɪnfluːənsɪz/
plural of “influence” — a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
JRnounUS /ˈdʒuːnjər/
a son who has the same first name as his father
From this reading By HORATIO ALGER, JR.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
LegacynounUS /ˈleɡəsi/
(law) a gift of personal property by will
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
loyaltynounUS /ˈlɔɪəlti/
the quality of being loyal
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
engage in
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
A person or company involved in wholesale trade, especially with foreign countries.
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
neglectedadjectiveUS /nəˈɡlektəd/
disregarded
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
noblyadverbUS /ˈnɑːbli/
in a noble manner
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
United States feminist (1885-1977)
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
PhilanthropynounUS /fɪˈlænθrəpi/
voluntary promotion of human welfare
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
PREFACEnounUS /ˈprefəs/
a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book
From this reading PREFACE.
RaggedadjectiveUS /ˈræɡəd/
being or dressed in clothes that are worn or torn
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
a person who enjoys reading
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
redeemingadjectiveUS /rɪˈdiːmɪŋ/
bringing about salvation or redemption from sin
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
respectabilitynounUS /riˌspektəˈbɪlɪti/
honorableness by virtue of being respectable and having a good reputation
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
move upward
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
do one's shopping
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
sidewalknounUS /ˈsaɪdwɔːk/
walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
that is looked for
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
spoiledadjectiveUS /spɔɪld/
having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
plural of “story” — 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 "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
strugglesnounUS /ˈstrʌɡəlz/
plural of “struggle” — an energetic attempt to achieve something
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
surroundingsnounUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋz/
the environmental condition
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Philanthropy is never more nobly employed than in redeeming them, and "giving them a chance" to rise to respectability.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
male cat
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
Tony
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From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
create by training and teaching
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
Turner'snounUS /ˈtɜːrnərz/
possessive form of “turner” — United States slave and insurrectionist who in 1831 led a rebellion of slaves in Virginia; he was captured and executed (1800-1831)
From this reading Author of "The Train Boy," "Tony the Hero," "Tom Turner's Legacy," "Tom the Bootblack," etc., etc.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
viciousadjectiveUS /ˈvɪʃəs/
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
virtuousadjectiveUS /ˈvɜːrtʃuːəs/
morally excellent
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
waifnounUS /weɪf/
a homeless child especially one forsaken or orphaned
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
well-conductedadjective
characterized by good organization and control
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The author has sought to indicate some of the influences which make it difficult for the neglected street children to grow up virtuous and well-conducted members of society.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
which person or people
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading His struggles between gratitude and duty on the one hand, and loyalty to his vicious guardians on the other, will, it is hoped, excite the interest and sympathy of the reader.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose
From this reading "SLOW AND SURE" is a volume of the stories of New York street life inaugurated by Ragged Dick.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading While it chronicles the advancement of Paul, the young street merchant, from the sidewalk to the shop, a large portion of it is devoted to the experiences of a street waif, who has been brought up by burglars, and passed the greater part of his time among them, without being wholly spoiled by his corrupt surroundings.
