used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading SHIPWRECK--ESCAPE AND RETURN TO OHIO.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
authenticatedadjectiveUS /ɔːˈθentəkeɪtɪd/
established as genuine
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
fearless and daring
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
without variation or change, in every case
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
curbnounUS /kɜːrb/
an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
disasternounUS /dɪˈzæstər/
a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
fearful expectation or anticipation
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
entertainedadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
the act of escaping physically
From this reading SHIPWRECK--ESCAPE AND RETURN TO OHIO.
exuberancenounUS /ɪɡˈzuːbərəns/
joyful enthusiasm
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
widely known and esteemed
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
felineadjectiveUS /ˈfiːlaɪn/
of or relating to cats
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
plural of “fellow” — a boy or man
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
frigatenounUS /ˈfrɪɡət/
a medium size square-rigged warship of the 18th and 19th centuries
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
guardiannounUS /ˈɡɑːrdiən/
a person who cares for persons or property
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
harum
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
intentionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈtentʃənz/
plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
MacedoniannounUS /ˌmæsəˈdoʊnjən/
a native or inhabitant of Macedon
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
MalonenounUS /məˈloʊn/
English scholar remembered for his chronology of Shakespeare's plays and his editions of Shakespeare and Dryden (1741-1812)
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
mischievousadjectiveUS /ˈmɪstʃəvəs/
naughtily or annoyingly playful
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
OHIOnounUS /oʊˈhaɪoʊ/
a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region
From this reading SHIPWRECK--ESCAPE AND RETURN TO OHIO.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
win a victory over
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
pranksnounUS /præŋks/
plural of “prank” — acting like a clown or buffoon
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
protectsverbUS /prəˈtekts/
third-person singular of “protect” — shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading SHIPWRECK--ESCAPE AND RETURN TO OHIO.
rollickingadjectiveUS /ˈrɑːlɪkɪŋ/
given to merry frolicking
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
rulesnounUS /ruːlz/
plural of “rule” — a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
sailorsnounUS /ˈseɪlərz/
plural of “sailor” — any member of a ship's crew
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
scarum
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
not often
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
Ship'snounUS /ʃɪps/
possessive form of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
SHIPWRECKnounUS /ˈʃɪprek/
a wrecked ship (or a part of one)
From this reading SHIPWRECK--ESCAPE AND RETURN TO OHIO.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
From this reading His exuberance of spirits constantly got the better of any good intentions he might have formed.
stringentadjectiveUS /ˈstrɪndʒənt/
demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
tailsnounUS /teɪlz/
formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
Terrence
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SHIPWRECK--ESCAPE AND RETURN TO OHIO.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
wholesomeadjectiveUS /ˈhoʊlsəm/
conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being
From this reading Any wholesome dread he may have entertained of that famous feline of nine tails, known to sailors of that day, was overcome by his love of pranks.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading Ship's rules, stringent as they were on the war frigate, and officers severe as were those of the _Macedonian_ could not wholly curb the rollicking spirit of Terrence.
marked by extreme lack of restraint or control
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
but in spite of that
From this reading What guardian spirit protects the bold and mischievous has never yet been discovered; but it is a well authenticated fact that wild, harum scarum fellows like Terrence Malone seldom come to grief or disaster.
