used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
(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 BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
AustraliannounUS /ɔːˈstreɪljən/
a native or inhabitant of Australia
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
authoritiesnounUS /əˈθɔːrətiz/
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
berriesnounUS /ˈberiz/
plural of “berry” — any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
BERRYnounUS /ˈberi/
any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
centnounUS /sent/
a fractional monetary unit of several countries
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
commenceverbUS /kəˈmens/
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
make void or empty of contents
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
exceedingadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsiːdɪŋ/
far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
be a farmer; work as a farmer
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
a person who operates a farm
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
farmersnounUS /ˈfɑːrmərz/
plural of “farmer” — a person who operates a farm
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
plural of “fire” — the event of something burning (often destructive)
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
FridaynounUS /ˈfraɪdi/
the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
usually; as a rule
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
generositynounUS /ˌdʒenərˈɑːsəti/
the trait of being willing to give your money or time
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
haynounUS /heɪ/
grass mowed and cured for use as fodder
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
inlandadjectiveUS /ˈɪnlænd/
situated away from an area's coast or border
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
interfereverbUS /ˌɪntərˈfɪr/
come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
leisurelyadverbUS /ˈliːzərli/
in an unhurried way or at one's convenience
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
provided with artificial light
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
loafed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
and nothing more
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
out-houses
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
outskirtsnounUS /ˈaʊtskɜːrts/
outlying areas (as of a city or town)
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
PICKINGnounUS /ˈpɪkɪŋ/
the quantity of a crop that is harvested
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
the act of having and controlling property
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
previouslyadverbUS /ˈpriːviəsli/
at an earlier time or formerly
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
past form of “remark” — make mention of
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
ricksnounUS /rɪks/
plural of “rick” — a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (“rick” and “wrick” are British)
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
St
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
stripverbUS /strɪp/
take away possessions from someone
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
strollingverbUS /ˈstroʊlɪŋ/
-ing form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
suppliedverbUS /səˈplaɪd/
inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
townsnounUS /taʊnz/
plural of “town” — an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
TuesdaynounUS /ˈtuːzdi/
the third day of the week; the second working day
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading With this object in view, we left the pretty inland port of St. Joseph, and strolling leisurely, we reached that farm in two hours, it being only five miles from the town.
vinesnounUS /vaɪnz/
plural of “vine” — a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
plural of “want” — a state of extreme poverty
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
(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 They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The authorities did not in the least interfere with us, though we lit large camp fires on the outskirts of the towns, took possession of hay ricks and empty out-houses, and loafed for hours in their principal streets.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading BERRY PICKING We reached the fruit country a week or two before picking commenced, but although we were in advance of time, and without a cent, the generosity of the farmers supplied all our wants.
past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Friday morning, it being generally known that picking was to commence on the following Tuesday, Australian Red remarked that it was now time to interview the farmer, for whom he had previously worked.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
a late time of life
From this reading They knew well that the assistance of every man would be needed to strip the vines of their berries, which promised a supply exceeding that of former years.
