used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The simpler the furnishings of a boy's room are the better.
arrangeverbUS /ərˈeɪndʒ/
put into a proper or systematic order
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
attractiveadjectiveUS /əˈtræktɪv/
pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
a youthful male person
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
BOY'SnounUS /bɔɪz/
possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
dennounUS /den/
the habitation of wild animals
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
eveningsnounUS /ˈiːvnɪŋz/
plural of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
fittingsnounUS /ˈfɪtɪŋz/
plural of “fitting” — making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
furnishingsnounUS /ˈfɜːrnɪʃɪŋz/
plural of “furnishing” — (usually plural) accessory wearing apparel
From this reading The simpler the furnishings of a boy's room are the better.
furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
gamesnounUS /ɡeɪmz/
plural of “game” — a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
handyadjectiveUS /ˈhændi/
easy to reach
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
neighborhoodnounUS /ˈneɪbərhʊd/
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
and nothing more
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
by chance
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
participate in games or sport
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
pleasesverbUS /ˈpliːzɪz/
third-person singular of “please” — give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
a full supply
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
puzzlesnounUS /ˈpʌzəlz/
plural of “puzzle” — a particularly baffling problem that is said to have a correct solution
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
rougheradjectiveUS /ˈrʌfər/
comparative of “rough” — having or caused by an irregular surface
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
simpleradjectiveUS /ˈsɪmpələr/
comparative of “simple” — having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading The simpler the furnishings of a boy's room are the better.
solveverbUS /sɑːlv/
find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
in the near future
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
be standing; be upright
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
storingverbUS /ˈstɔːrɪŋ/
-ing form of “store” — keep or lay aside for future use
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
substantialadjectiveUS /səbˈstænʃəl/
of considerable importance, size, or worth
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
SUGGESTIONSnounUS /səˈdʒestʃənz/
plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
tastesnounUS /teɪsts/
plural of “taste” — the sensation that results when taste buds in the tongue and throat convey information about the chemical composition of a soluble stimulus
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
in or at that place or location
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
trapsnounUS /træps/
plural of “trap” — a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR A BOY'S ROOM It is far better for a boy to spend his evenings in the house than out upon the street.
usagenounUS /ˈjuːsədʒ/
the act of using
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
in or at the place that
From this reading The room should be his den where he can keep what he pleases, and arrange the fittings to suit his individual tastes.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Plain and substantial furniture which will stand perhaps a little rougher usage than that in other rooms of the house, and handy places for storing away his traps, are what are needed.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading He need not be without his friends there, for if he has an attractive room, with books to read, games to play, and puzzles to solve, the boys of the neighborhood will soon find it out and be only too glad to have a chance to visit him, knowing they will be sure of finding plenty of things to interest them.
