used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
the two together, not just one
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
a youthful male person
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
coinsnounUS /kɔɪnz/
plural of “coin” — a flat metal piece (usually a disc) used as money
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
consternationnounUS /ˌkɑːnstərˈneɪʃən/
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
counterfeitsnounUS /ˈkaʊntərfɪts/
plural of “counterfeit” — a copy that is represented as the original
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
a state in which you want to learn more about something
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
DavynounUS /ˈdeɪvi/
English chemist who was a pioneer in electrochemistry and who used it to isolate elements sodium and potassium and barium and boron and calcium and magnesium and chlorine (1778-1829)
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
dollarnounUS /ˈdɑːlər/
the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
divisible by two
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
exclamationnounUS /ˌekskləˈmeɪʃən/
an abrupt excited utterance
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
genuinenessnounUS /ˈdʒenjəwənɪs/
the state of being genuine
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
United States labor leader (born in Ireland) who helped to found the Industrial Workers of the World (1830-1930)
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
patrolnounUS /pəˈtroʊl/
a detachment used for security or reconnaissance
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
regardingverbUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdɪŋ/
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
an elaborate and systematic plan of action
From this reading THE SCOUT-MASTER'S SCHEME.
scoutnounUS /skaʊt/
a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
SCOUT-MASTER'S
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From this reading THE SCOUT-MASTER'S SCHEME.
marked by exceptional merit
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
Smithynoun
a workplace where metal is worked by heating and hammering
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
suspiciousadjectiveUS /səˈspɪʃəs/
openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
Thad
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From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE SCOUT-MASTER'S SCHEME.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
plural of “think” — an instance of deliberate thinking
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
thrillingadjectiveUS /ˈθrɪlɪŋ/
causing a surge of emotion or excitement
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
plural of “tone” — the quality of a person's voice
From this reading "He thinks they might be counterfeits, Smithy," said Davy, in low but thrilling tones.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
past form of “watch” — look attentively
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading For both of them could understand what this meant, and that Thad felt more or less suspicious regarding the genuineness of the two coins.
at the time that
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading And when the other even tried his teeth on each half dollar in turn, Davy gave an exclamation of delight; while the other scout was in a measure filled with sudden consternation.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Smithy and the Jones boy watched their patrol leader with something more than ordinary curiosity, as Thad examined the two shining coins.
