used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
(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 Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
AutonounUS /ˈɔːtoʊ/
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
for the reason that
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
next to; at the side of
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
boundarynounUS /ˈbaʊn.də.ri/
A line that marks the limits of an area.
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
campfirenounUS /ˈkæmpfaɪər/
a small outdoor fire for warmth or cooking (as at a camp)
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
CasuallyadverbUS /ˈkæʒəwəli/
not methodically or according to plan
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
circuitnounUS /ˈsɜːrkət/
an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
contestsnounUS /ˈkɑːntests/
plural of “contest” — an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
dashingadjectiveUS /ˈdæʃɪŋ/
lively and spirited
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
day'snounUS /deɪz/
possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
discussedverbUS /dɪˈskʌst/
past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
engrossedadjectiveUS /ɪnˈɡroʊst/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
finaladjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəl/
occurring at or forming an end or termination
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
coins made of gold
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
half-hour's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
headquartersnounUS /ˈhedkwɔːrtərz/
(usually plural) the office that serves as the administrative center of an enterprise
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
heednounUS /hiːd/
paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
irregularadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈreɡjələr/
contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
itemnounUS /ˈaɪtəm/
a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
kindledadjectiveUS /ˈkɪndəld/
set afire
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
the production of eggs (especially in birds)
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
most important element
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
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 PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
past form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
and nothing more
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
purchasedverbUS /ˈpɜːrtʃəst/
past form of “purchase” — obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
Queensville
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
any competition
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
racesnounUS /ˈreɪsəz/
plural of “race” — any competition
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
transport commercially
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
townsnounUS /taʊnz/
plural of “town” — an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
twenty-six-mile
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts
From this reading Casually they had mentioned among themselves the circumstances that the western boundary of the woods was not many miles from the scene of the great stock car contests, but that was all.
in the company of; together with
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading The final laying out of the twenty-six-mile course, it now appeared, had brought one corner of the irregular circuit to within a few miles of the great forest.
woodlandnounUS /ˈwʊdlænd/
land that is covered with trees and shrubs
From this reading Beside the campfire they kindled close to the dashing, woodland stream, however, the subject was suggested by an item in a city newspaper purchased in one of the small towns on the day's run.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading PLANS FOR THE BIG RACE Quite likely it was because they were so completely engrossed with the intended search of the Ship woods--the main item in the plan they had discussed for many months, that the Auto Boys had thus far given the Gold Cup races little heed.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The general headquarters would be in Queensville, only a half-hour's ride beyond.
