Chapter XXIX · Chapter 29

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

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

a defendant in a criminal proceeding

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

from appearances alone

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

feeling shame or guilt or embarrassment or remorse

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

a partially opened flower

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

past form of “conceive” — have the idea for

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

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

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

plural of “feller” — a person who fells trees

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

start firing a weapon

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

inflected form of “flit” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

showing displeasure or anger

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

past form of “guess” — expect, believe, or suppose

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

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

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

a coil of rope or wool or yarn

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

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

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

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

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

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

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

past form of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

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

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

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

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

failing to speak or communicate etc when expected to

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

as might be expected

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

information about recent and important events

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

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

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

past form of “remark” — make mention of

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

express in words

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

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

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm

From this reading MORE STARTLING NEWS Bud Phillips looked somewhat confused.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

closely constrained or constricted or constricting

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

displeasing to the senses

From this reading "Oh! it's about that ugly business, is it?" the scout-master remarked, frowning a little, for, naturally, he instantly conceived the idea that Hank and his three reckless cronies must have had a hand in that outrage.

fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

compress into a wad

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

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

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

(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 Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Apparently, he did not figure any too well in what he felt it his duty to confess to Paul and his chums.

at the time that

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

in the company of; together with

From this reading That Hank guessed what was flitting through the other's mind was plainly indicated by the haste with which he cried out:

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I'm ashamed that I kept mum about it when the old man accused some of you fellers of startin' the fire, an' gettin' at his tight wad," he went on to say; and it can be easily understood that this beginning gave Paul a start.