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From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
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From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
allowingverbUS /əˈlaʊɪŋ/
-ing form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
alternateadjectiveUS /ˈɔːltərnət/
every second one of a series
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
baking-powder
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From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
barrelnounUS /ˈbærəl/
a tube through which a bullet travels when a gun is fired
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
the lower side of anything
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
broodverbUS /bruːd/
think moodily or anxiously about something
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
CalifornianounUS /ˌkæləˈfɔːrnjə/
a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
stick of wax with a wick in the middle
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
CandlesnounUS /ˈkændəlz/
plural of “candle” — stick of wax with a wick in the middle
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
chickensnounUS /ˈtʃɪkənz/
plural of “chicken” — the flesh of a chicken used for food
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
chicksnounUS /tʃɪks/
plural of “chick” — young bird especially of domestic fowl
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
ColenounUS /koʊl/
a hardy cabbage with coarse curly leaves that do not form a head
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
ContributedverbUS /kənˈtrɪbjuːtɪd/
past form of “contribute” — bestow a quality on
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
CoopnounUS /kuːp/
a farm building for housing poultry
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
separate with or as if with an instrument
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
the boundary of a surface
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
electricadjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪk/
using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
plural of “end” — either extremity of something that has length
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
entrancesnounUS /ˈentrənsəz/
plural of “entrance” — something that provides access (to get in or get out)
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
EurekanounUS /jʊˈriːkə/
an alloy of copper and nickel with high electrical resistance and a low temperature coefficient; used as resistance wire
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
gasnounUS /ɡæs/
the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
hennounUS /hen/
adult female chicken
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
hoopnounUS /huːp/
a light curved skeleton to spread out a skirt
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
lampsnounUS /læmps/
plural of “lamp” — an artificial source of visible illumination
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
lardverbUS /lɑːrd/
prepare or cook with lard
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
set afire or burning
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
move something or somebody to a lower position
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
engage in
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
meltedadjectiveUS /ˈmeltəd/
changed from a solid to a liquid state
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
not any; not one
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
A viscous liquid derived from petroleum or plants, stored in large earthen jars.
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
plural of “one” — the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
openingsnounUS /ˈoʊpənɪŋz/
plural of “opening” — an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
PoultrynounUS /ˈpoʊltri/
a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
past form of “pour” — cause to run
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
ProcureverbUS /proʊˈkjʊr/
get by special effort
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
the activity of protecting someone or something
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
Identical; not different.
From this reading The end was lighted the same as a candle.--Contributed by B. E. Cole, Eureka, California.
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
sketchnounUS /sketʃ/
preliminary drawing for later elaboration
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
be standing; be upright
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
stavenounUS /steɪv/
(music) the system of five horizontal lines on which the musical notes are written
From this reading Procure a good barrel with a bottom and cut off each alternate stave at both ends close up to the first hoop.
behave violently, as if in state of a great anger
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
strandsnounUS /strændz/
plural of “strand” — a pattern forming a unity within a larger structural whole
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
SubstituteverbUS /ˈsʌbstətuːt/
put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
tablespoonfulnoun
as much as a tablespoon will hold
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
the upper part of anything
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
twineverbUS /twaɪn/
spin, wind, or twist together
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
the topmost one of two
From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
precisely as stated
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
a Caucasian
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A Poultry Coop A barrel makes a good protection for a hen with a brood of chicks, if it is arranged as shown in the sketch.
Wm
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From this reading The lower openings thus formed make entrances for the chickens and the upper ones admit air and light.--Contributed by Wm.
wrappingnounUS /ˈræpɪŋ/
the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped
From this reading A Substitute for Candles One evening our electric light was cut off by a storm, and having no gas, candles, or oil lamps, a very good light was made in the following manner: A tablespoonful of lard was melted and poured in the top of a baking-powder can, and four strands of ordinary white wrapping twine were put into it, allowing one end to stand up for about 1/2 in. above the edge of the can.
