Chapter XI · Chapter 11

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

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From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

take a court case to a higher court for review

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

plural of “attitude” — a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

for the reason that

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

a youthful male person

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

arousing or provoking laughter

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

past form of “crackle” — make a crackling sound

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

the act of someone who fishes as a diversion

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

plural of “flame” — the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading WHAT WAS UNDER THE HAT.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

give free rein to

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

an occurrence of something

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

plural of “laugh” — the sound of laughing

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

a state in New England

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

in a joyous manner

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

possessive form of “nature” — the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

something you have to do

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

located, suited for, or taking place in the open air

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

a strong feeling or emotion

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

a detachment used for security or reconnaissance

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

plural of “regulation” — an authoritative rule

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

a large number or amount

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading WHAT WAS UNDER THE HAT.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading WHAT WAS UNDER THE HAT.

precisely as stated

From this reading This sort of outdoor life seemed to appeal very strongly to all of them, though of course to some more than others.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading WHAT WAS UNDER THE HAT.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading WHAT WAS UNDER THE HAT.

at the time that

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

during the time that

From this reading While they could not indulge in any of their songs, according to the regulations that had been put in force by the patrol leader, this did not prevent the boys from enjoying sundry good laughs when comical stories were told.

which person or people

From this reading THE flames crackled merrily, and the seven boys who lounged there in as comfortable attitudes as they could strike, were fully enjoying themselves.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading It had always been a passion with Thad, for instance; and Allan could look back to scores of occasions when he sat by a camp-fire; because he was a Maine boy, and as such had spent considerable time in the piney woods of his native State, hunting, fishing, and living close to Nature's heart.