used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
(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 In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
artillerynounUS /ɑːrˈtɪləri/
large but transportable armament
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
basesnounUS /ˈbeɪsəz/
plural of “base” — installation from which a military force initiates operations
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
bravestadjectiveUS /ˈbreɪvəst/
superlative of “brave” — possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
BrigadiernounUS /ˌbrɪɡəˈdɪr/
a general officer ranking below a major general
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
the people of Great Britain
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
crewsnounUS /kruːz/
plural of “crew” — the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
DaffodilnounUS /ˈdæfədɪl/
any of numerous varieties of Narcissus plants having showy often yellow flowers with a trumpet-shaped central crown
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
depotsnounUS /ˈdiːpoʊz/
plural of “depot” — station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
destroyernounUS /dɪˈstrɔɪər/
a small fast lightly armored but heavily armed warship
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
EuropeannounUS /ˌjʊrəˈpiːən/
a native or inhabitant of Europe
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
apart from; not including
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
featsnounUS /fiːts/
plural of “feat” — a notable achievement
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
FleetnounUS /fliːt/
group of aircraft operating together under the same ownership
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
gallantrynounUS /ˈɡæləntri/
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
a person of German nationality
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
highest in quality
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
harborsnounUS /ˈhɑːrbərz/
plural of “harbor” — a sheltered port where ships can take on or discharge cargo
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
hazardousadjectiveUS /ˈhæzərdəs/
involving risk or danger
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
heroismnounUS /ˈheroʊɪzəm/
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
of great significance or value
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
infantrynounUS /ˈɪnfəntri/
an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
a small worthless amount
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
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 Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
marineadjectiveUS /mərˈiːn/
of or relating to the sea
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
the force of workers available
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
used to form the superlative
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
navaladjectiveUS /ˈneɪvəl/
connected with or belonging to or used in a navy
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
Ostend
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From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
the local environment
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
plannedadjectiveUS /plænd/
designed or carried out according to a plan
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
primarilyadverbUS /praɪˈmerəli/
for the most part
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
probableadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːbəbəl/
likely but not certain to be or become true or real
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
representativenounUS /ˌreprəˈzentətɪv/
a person who represents others
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
RoyaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
sealingnounUS /ˈsiːlɪŋ/
the act of treating something to make it repel water
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
have in common
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
submarinenounUS /ˈsʌbməriːn/
a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading The attempt was extremely hazardous and could never have been successful except for the gallantry and heroism of the British crews.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading In order that all parts of the naval service might share in the expedition, representative bodies of men had been drawn from the Grand Fleet, the three home depots, the Royal marine artillery and light infantry.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
a tube in which a body fluid circulates
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Not the least of the bravest among them were Jack and Frank and the other officers and crew of the destroyer Brigadier.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
withdrawalnounUS /wɪðˈdrɔːəl/
a retraction of a previously held position
From this reading It is true that the operation has been planned primarily with the idea of having the destroyer Daffodil in line, but it was the withdrawal of this vessel that permitted Jack and Frank to have a hand in the operation.
Zeebrugge
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A BIT OF EXPLANATION It is probable that the sealing of the harbors of Ostend and Zeebrugge, two of the most important German submarine bases, was one of the greatest feats of the whole European war.
