used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
any thing at all
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
barebackedadjective
riding without a saddle
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
a tight-fitting headdress
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
ceaselesslyadverbUS /ˈsiːzləsli/
with unflagging resolve
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
chestnutadjectiveUS /ˈtʃesnʌt/
(of hair or feathers) of a golden brown to reddish brown color
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
Dan
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From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
droppingadjectiveUS /ˈdrɑːpɪŋ/
coming down freely under the influence of gravity
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
fairsnounUS /ferz/
plural of “fair” — a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc.
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
groomedadjectiveUS /ɡruːmd/
neat and smart in appearance; well cared for
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
hurdlesnounUS /ˈhɜːrdəlz/
a footrace in which contestants must negotiate a series of hurdles
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
move forward by leaps and bounds
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
lighternounUS /ˈlaɪtər/
a substance used to ignite or kindle a fire
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
and nothing more
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
open-mouthed
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From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
pansnounUS /pænz/
plural of “pan” — cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
pencenounUS /pens/
plural of “penny” — a fractional monetary unit of Ireland and the United Kingdom; equal to one hundredth of a pound
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
participate in games or sport
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
potsnounUS /pɑːts/
plural of “pot” — metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
rabbit-skin
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From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
small or little relative to something else
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
talentsnounUS /ˈtælənts/
plural of “talent” — natural abilities or qualities
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
tinman
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From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
a community of people smaller than a town
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading Both animals followed him like dogs, and he could do whatever he pleased with the chestnut, which could jump almost anything.
at the time that
From this reading His brother was a tinman, but Dan left the pots and pans alone; and it was only when the party was at village fairs that his talents came into play.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The horse which drew the smaller van and did the lighter work was a bright chestnut with a fine coat, which Dan groomed ceaselessly.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Besides this work he did nothing in the camp.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading When he rode him, barebacked, at the big fairs, the crowd would look on open-mouthed, shouting as he cleared the hurdles and dropping their pence into the rabbit-skin cap when it was carried round.
