used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading When he felt able to speak clearly he looked his companion in the eyes.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
(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 "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
without doubt or question
From this reading When he felt able to speak clearly he looked his companion in the eyes.
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
composurenounUS /kəmˈpoʊʒər/
steadiness of mind under stress
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
the quality of being unlike or dissimilar
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
doesn't
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From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
entitleverbUS /enˈtaɪtəl/
give the right to
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
opinion or judgment
From this reading When he felt able to speak clearly he looked his companion in the eyes.
quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
set up or found
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
annoy continually or chronically
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
I'll
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When he felt able to speak clearly he looked his companion in the eyes.
insultingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈsʌltɪŋ/
expressing extreme contempt
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
and nothing more
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading When he felt able to speak clearly he looked his companion in the eyes.
absolutely essential
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
on one occasion
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
go across or through
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
on the contrary
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
recoververbUS /rɪˈkʌvər/
get or find back; recover the use of
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
traverse or travel on (a body of water)
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
hit with a missile from a weapon
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
express in speech
From this reading When he felt able to speak clearly he looked his companion in the eyes.
not in physical motion
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
trimmedadjectiveUS /trɪmd/
made neat and tidy by trimming
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
two times
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He felt that it was necessary to demand an explanation from his companion.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Though they had once or twice had a difference of opinion, this was the first time that Harry had been insulting, and Frank found it impossible to pass over what he had said.
at the time that
From this reading When he felt able to speak clearly he looked his companion in the eyes.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading A FAST RUN After they had trimmed sail Frank sat still for a while to recover his breath and, if possible, his composure.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Now," he began, "I'll admit that you can shoot and sail a boat rather better than I can, but that doesn't entitle you to talk as you did just now."
