Chapter XIV

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

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

(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 He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

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

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

replying

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

English poet and literary critic (1822-1888)

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

cheerful and bright

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

a youthful male person

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

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

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

plural of “chum” — a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

being joined in close association

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

permission to do something

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

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

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

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

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

opinion or judgment

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

firmly closed or secured

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

start firing a weapon

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

set up or found

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

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

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

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

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

plural of “impression” — a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

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

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

in a keen or penetrating way

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

the act of hearing attentively

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

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 THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

gather or bring together

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

as might be expected

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

any new participant in some activity

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

not any; not one

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

a group of people who work together

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

-ing form of “receive” — get something; come into possession of

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

unusual or striking

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

move by turning over or rotating

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

having a handwritten signature

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

and nothing more

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

be seated

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

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

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

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

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

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

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

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

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

arousing affect

From this reading On his part, Uncle Caleb related a lot about his life in the past, touching upon some of the remarkable things that had happened to him.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

a group of soldiers

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

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

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

during the time that

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

which person or people

From this reading As a rule his eyes were fastened upon the beaming and genial face of Uncle Caleb, who, however, made out not to notice this attention he was receiving, though naturally he could not help knowing it.

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading The boys told their host numerous things connected with the organization of the troop of Boy Scouts in their town, and what wonderful things it had already done for many of those who had signed the muster roll.

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

From this reading He was keenly interested, and asked questions so fast that it kept them all busy answering; for Elmer would never consent that his chums simply sit there while he spoke for all; he wished them to have a part in the telling.

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

From this reading THE QUEER ACTIONS OF ZACK ARNOLD ROOM was found for the newcomer later on in the half-circle before the fire, and though Zack Arnold took no part in the conversation, he sat there listening, and hearing things that must have given him many new impressions.