used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
(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 A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
in addition
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
apparatusnounUS /ˌæpərˈætəs/
equipment designed to serve a specific function
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
plural of “article” — nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
birthdaynounUS /ˈbɜːrθdeɪ/
an anniversary of the day on which a person was born (or the celebration of it)
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
a youthful male person
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
BOY'SnounUS /bɔɪz/
possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
a division of some larger or more complex organization
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
plural of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
CarpenternounUS /ˈkɑːrpəntər/
a woodworker who makes or repairs wooden objects
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
chaptersnounUS /ˈtʃæptərz/
plural of “chapter” — a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
constructverbUS /kənˈstrʌkt/
make by combining materials and parts
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
cousinsnounUS /ˈkʌzənz/
plural of “cousin” — the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
developsverbUS /dɪˈveləps/
third-person singular of “develop” — make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
devisingnounUS /dɪˈvaɪzɪŋ/
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
Doll-houses
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From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
encouragedadjectiveUS /enˈkɜːrɪdʒd/
inspired with confidence
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
executedadjectiveUS /ˈeksəkjuːtɪd/
put to death as punishment
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
giftsnounUS /ɡɪfts/
plural of “gift” — something acquired without compensation
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
a young female
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
handinessnoun
skillfulness with the hands
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
a social unit living together
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
industrynounUS /ˈɪndəstri/
the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
engage in
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
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 Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
neatadjectiveUS /niːt/
clean or organized
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
neatlyadverbUS /ˈniːtli/
with neatness
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
not any; not one
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
occupationnounUS /ˌɑːkjəˈpeɪʃən/
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
a customary way of operation or behavior
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
profitableadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːfətəbəl/
yielding material gain or profit
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
relativesnounUS /ˈrelətɪvz/
plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
salableadjectiveUS /ˈseɪləbəl/
capable of being sold; fit for sale
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
do one's shopping
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
suitableadjectiveUS /ˈsuːtəbəl/
meant or adapted for an occasion or use
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
a quantity of money
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
in or at that place or location
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading A knowledge of carpenter work also develops in a boy a handiness for devising and putting together articles and apparatus for his own use.
toolsnounUS /tuːlz/
plural of “tool” — an implement used in the practice of a vocation
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
toysnounUS /tɔɪz/
plural of “toy” — an artifact designed to be played with
From this reading Doll-houses for girl relatives, toys for brothers and cousins, and articles for the household, such as are described in following chapters, are a few of the many things he can construct.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
unlimitedadjectiveUS /ənˈlɪmətɪd/
having no limits in range or scope
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
the act of using
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
being of use or service
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
at the time that
From this reading When a boy has learned the proper care and use of tools, and is able to turn out neatly executed work, he will find the occupation a profitable one, there being an unlimited number of things he can make in his shop.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
WORKSHOPnounUS /ˈwɜːrkʃɑːp/
small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done
From this reading A BOY'S WORKSHOP Carpenter work should be encouraged in a boy from the time he first becomes interested in it, for besides being something with which to keep him busy, the experience gained by its practice will be useful to him all his life, no matter what branch of industry he may follow later on.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Many of these are salable articles, besides being suitable for birthday and Christmas gifts, and should bring a neat sum of money to the young carpenter.
