Chapter II

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

from one side of something to the other

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

used to show sadness, pity, or regret

From this reading Alas! all their efforts failed.

(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 Alas! all their efforts failed.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

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From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

put or send forth

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

in a close relation or position in time or space

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

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From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

accepted or habitual practice

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

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From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

pull, as against a resistance

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Alas! all their efforts failed.

past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone

From this reading Alas! all their efforts failed.

bringing death

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

join tongue and groove, in carpentry

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

go or come after and bring or take back

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

past form of “flutter” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

a mass of small bubbles formed in or on a liquid

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

in a grim implacable manner

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

past form of “grumble” — show one's unhappiness or critical attitude

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

plural of “hat” — headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

where you live at a particular time

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

an inflow

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

an accidental hole that allows something (fluid or light etc.) to enter or escape

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

possessive form of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

plural of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

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 "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

Apostle and patron saint of Ireland; an English missionary to Ireland in the 5th century

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

the dialect of English used in Scotland

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

possessive form of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

a particular situation

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

having a smooth, gleaming surface reflecting light

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

term of address for a man

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

a male human offspring

From this reading "And many was the feather bed That fluttered on the foam; And many was the gude lord’s son That never mair came home!

make a mess of, destroy or ruin

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

come to a halt, stop moving

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

a force over an area produced by a pressure difference

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Alas! all their efforts failed.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

spin, wind, or twist together

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving

From this reading "Fetch a web of silken cloth, and fetch a web of twine," cried Sir Patrick, "and cast them down to our ship’s side!"

at the time that

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

in contrast with the fact that

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Then the ballad-writer says somewhat grimly of the dandies among the Scottish lords that whereas at first they grumbled to see the water spoil their fine cork-heeled shoes, when the storm had done its fatal work the sea was "above their hats"!

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.

made or constructed by interlacing threads or strips of material or other elements into a whole

From this reading For it was the custom in those days, when a leak could not be reached from inside the vessel, to cast down some closely woven stuff in the hope that the suction of the water would drag it across the leak and stop thus the fatal inrush of water.