used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
(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 While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
attendingnounUS /əˈtendɪŋ/
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading BUILDING THE BOAT.
plural of “boat” — a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading BUILDING THE BOAT.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
constructedverbUS /kənˈstrʌktəd/
past form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
the skilled practice of a practical occupation
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
Gildrock
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
introduceverbUS /ˌɪntrəˈduːs/
cause to come to know personally
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
modelnounUS /ˈmɑːdəl/
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
model-maker
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
nauticaladjectiveUS /ˈnɔːtəkəl/
relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
a raised horizontal surface
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
sailer
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
schoonernounUS /ˈskuːnər/
a large beer glass
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
required or under orders
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading BUILDING THE BOAT.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading I supposed I should be the first to introduce it, but I find I am not, though the model-maker had never made one before.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
unbuilt
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
precisely as stated
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
votenounUS /voʊt/
a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
in or at the place that
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While the boys were getting over the excitement attending the vote on the name of the unbuilt schooner, Captain Gildrock moved the table on which the model of the craft stood to the front of the platform, where all could see it.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading It was a very graceful form, and the nautical boys were sure that the schooner would be a fast sailer.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I told you before," said the principal, "that this model was constructed on a new plan; but I have since learned that the idea is not as original as I supposed it was, and that boats have been built by this method.
