used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
acclaimverbUS /əˈkleɪm/
praise vociferously
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
anew
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
bearsnounUS /berz/
plural of “bear” — massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
BreechesnounUS /ˈbriːtʃɪz/
(used in the plural) trousers ending above the knee
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
DisgustedadjectiveUS /dɪsˈɡʌstəd/
having a strong distaste from surfeit
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
Doctor'snounUS /ˈdɑːktərz/
possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
divisible by two
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
explanationsnounUS /ˌekspləˈneɪʃənz/
plural of “explanation” — a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
to certain extent or degree
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
a social unit living together
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
set up or found
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
franticadjectiveUS /ˈfræntɪk/
excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
Gray'snounUS /ɡreɪz/
possessive form of “gray” — a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
Hallowe'ennounUS /ˌhæləˈwiːn/
the evening before All Saints' Day; often devoted to pranks played by young people
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
hoppingverbUS /ˈhɑːpɪŋ/
inflected form of “hop” — jump lightly
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
joyfullyadverbUS /ˈdʒɔɪfəli/
in a joyous and gleeful manner
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
go away from a place
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
not any; not one
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
Pan'snounUS /pænz/
possessive form of “pan” — cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
plural of “pocket” — a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
prodigals
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From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
rejoicings
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
precisely, exactly
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
witty remark
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
scopenounUS /skoʊp/
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
spherenounUS /sfɪr/
a particular environment or walk of life
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
talentsnounUS /ˈtælənts/
plural of “talent” — natural abilities or qualities
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
TeddynounUS /ˈtedi/
plaything consisting of a child's toy bear (usually plush and stuffed with soft materials)
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
in or at that place or location
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
twinsnounUS /twɪnz/
(mineralogy) two interwoven crystals that are mirror images on each other
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
unlimitedadjectiveUS /ənˈlɪmətɪd/
having no limits in range or scope
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Disgusted with life in a sphere that gave them such small scope for the exercise of their talents, they had seized upon an opportunity to leave Mrs. Gray’s, and right glad they were to be at home again and in the bosom of a family that received them with frantic rejoicings.
vealnounUS /viːl/
meat from a calf
From this reading Had Teddy bears been fond of veal, no doubt an unlimited supply could have been provided, for surely never were returned prodigals received with such acclaim.
precisely as stated
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
volubleadjectiveUS /ˈvɑːljəbəl/
marked by a ready flow of speech
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
inflected form of “weep” — shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading And sure enough, there were the twins, having returned that very morning even as they went, in Papa Doctor’s big pockets.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Sally almost wept for joy while she listened to Peter Pan’s voluble explanations.
in the company of; together with
From this reading _Hallowe’en._ “THE twins have come back and we have found Little Breeches,” he cried joyfully, fairly hopping up and down with excitement.
