used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
astoundedadjectiveUS /əˈstaʊndɪd/
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
chivalrynounUS /ˈʃɪvəlri/
courtesy towards women
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
consequencesnounUS /ˈkɑːnsəkwensəz/
plural of “consequence” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
divenounUS /daɪv/
a cheap disreputable nightclub or dance hall
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
divisible by two
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
something many people believe that is false
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
with resolute determination
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
good-byenounUS /ɡɪdˈbaɪ/
a farewell remark
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
graspedverbUS /ɡræspt/
past form of “grasp” — hold firmly
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
Hoke
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From this reading Mike was sure that if he imitated Hoke, he would be seized in the same way.
not in action or at work
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Mike was sure that if he imitated Hoke, he would be seized in the same way.
imitatedverbUS /ˈɪməteɪtɪd/
past form of “imitate” — reproduce someone's behavior or looks
From this reading Mike was sure that if he imitated Hoke, he would be seized in the same way.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
a boy or man
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
MikenounUS /maɪk/
device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
Mike'snounUS /maɪks/
possessive form of “mike” — device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
MurphynounUS /ˈmɜːrfi/
an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
not any; not one
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
oughter
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From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
probableadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːbəbəl/
likely but not certain to be or become true or real
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
with speed
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
past form of “rouse” — become active
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
Identical; not different.
From this reading Mike was sure that if he imitated Hoke, he would be seized in the same way.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab
From this reading Mike was sure that if he imitated Hoke, he would be seized in the same way.
shillaleh
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
speciallyadverbUS /ˈspeʃəli/
in a special manner
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
be standing; be upright
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading Mike was sure that if he imitated Hoke, he would be seized in the same way.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
the act of using
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Mike Murphy was never more astounded in his life.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Mike was sure that if he imitated Hoke, he would be seized in the same way.
any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
at the time that
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
which person or people
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Mike’s chivalry was roused, and with no thought of the consequences to himself, he ran to the help of the other lad.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading His shillaleh was firmly grasped in his left hand, and held ready for instant use, for nothing seemed more probable than that the weapon would be quickly needed.
a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading “He oughter said good-bye before he took that dive,” exclaimed the youth, who was not the one to stand idle when a companion, even one whom he did not specially fancy, was in danger.
