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From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
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From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
being joined in close association
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
BendverbUS /bend/
form a curve
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
blocknounUS /blɑːk/
a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
brads
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
CarpenternounUS /ˈkɑːrpəntər/
a woodworker who makes or repairs wooden objects
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
CarriernounUS /ˈkæriər/
someone whose employment involves carrying something
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
ContributedverbUS /kənˈtrɪbjuːtɪd/
past form of “contribute” — bestow a quality on
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
compelled forcibly by an outside agency
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
engagingadjectiveUS /enˈɡeɪdʒɪŋ/
attracting or delighting
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
Fishhooks
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
set up or found
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
gutnounUS /ɡʌt/
the part of the alimentary canal between the stomach and the anus
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
hookverbUS /hʊk/
fasten with a hook
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
HooksnounUS /hʊks/
large strong hand (as of a fighter)
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
Ind
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From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
and nothing more
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
loopsnounUS /luːps/
plural of “loop” — fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
absolutely essential
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
not one, and not any
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
being directly across from each other; facing
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
overcameverbUS /ˈoʊvərˈkeɪm/
inflected form of “overcome” — win a victory over
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
a writing implement with a point from which ink flows
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
compacted by ironing
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
RecentlyadverbUS /ˈriːsəntli/
in the recent past
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
securelyadverbUS /sɪˈkjʊrli/
in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
a lightweight cord
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
stringsnounUS /strɪŋz/
the section of an orchestra that plays stringed instruments
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
SubstituteverbUS /ˈsʌbstətuːt/
put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
thicknessnounUS /ˈθɪknəs/
the dimension through an object as opposed to its length or width
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
a source of difficulty
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
the act of using
From this reading A Carrier for Fishhooks Hooks that are attached to gut or short strings are difficult to carry and to keep in good shape for use on a line.
VictornounUS /ˈvɪktər/
a combatant who is able to defeat rivals
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A Substitute for a Pen Recently I was hard pressed for a pen, and as none could be found and the hour was late it was necessary to find a substitute.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading The hooks will be held securely, and the block can be carried in the pocket.--Contributed by Victor E. Carpenter, South Bend, Ind.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The block is 1/2 in. in thickness with brads driven into one end, for engaging the loops on the gut or string, while the hook is caught on the opposite end, the block being just long enough for the short line.
the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees
From this reading I made a carrier that overcame this trouble, from a block of wood.
