used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
(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 After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
Allan
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From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
announcementnounUS /əˈnaʊnsmənt/
a formal public statement
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
any thing at all
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
Bumpus
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From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
the act of burning something
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
cautiousadjectiveUS /ˈkɔːʃəs/
showing careful forethought
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
plural of “chance” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
gotten under control
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
recognizable; marked
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
(often used in combination) having a specified direction
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
exultingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzʌltɪŋ/
joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
far-offadjective
very far away in space or time
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
start firing a weapon
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
GiraffenounUS /dʒərˈæf/
tallest living quadruped; having a spotted coat and small horns and very long neck and legs; of savannahs of tropical Africa
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
gnawingverbUS /ˈnɔːɪŋ/
-ing form of “gnaw” — bite or chew on with the teeth
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
HennounUS /hen/
adult female chicken
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
-ing form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
HurrahnounUS /hʊˈrɑː/
a victory cheer
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
a message received and understood
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
and nothing more
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
locatedadjectiveUS /ˈloʊkeɪtəd/
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
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 Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
for more time
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
neighboringadjectiveUS /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
not any; not one
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
preferableadjectiveUS /ˈprefərəbəl/
more desirable than another
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
scoutnounUS /skaʊt/
a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
in the near future
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
not in physical motion
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
in or at that place or location
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
thrilledadjectiveUS /θrɪld/
feeling intense pleasurable excitement
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
push forcefully
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
torchnounUS /tɔːrtʃ/
a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading Allan thrust his burning torch into the ground, behind a neighboring tree, so that its light might no longer blind his eyes when he tried to see the fire Giraffe had discovered.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
a vivid mental image
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
at the time that
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
in or at the place that
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading "Hurrah!" exclaimed Step Hen, not in a shout, but cautious like, as became a scout when danger was near; still, he was thrilled by the information which this announcement from Giraffe contained.
belonging to which person
From this reading After all of them had been directed just where to look, by the exulting scout whose sharp vision had first located the far-off light, it was easily decided that there could be no doubt as to its being a fire.
in the company of; together with
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
Damaged or thinned by continuous use.
From this reading Of course they kept on hoping for the best; but almost anything would be preferable to this anxiety that had been gnawing so long at their hearts, it had nearly worn them out.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading If there was a fire beyond, the chances seemed pretty good that they would soon know the truth with regard to Bumpus.
