Chapter XXXIV

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

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

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

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

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

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

with attention; in an attentive manner

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

aroused or activated

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

greatly pleased

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

give a description of

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

plural of “elephant” — five-toed pachyderm

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

plural of “exploit” — a notable achievement

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

set up or found

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

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From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

superlative of “full” — containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

unflinching in battle or action

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

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

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

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

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

someone who hunts game

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

possessive form of “hunter” — someone who hunts game

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

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

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

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

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

plural of “incident” — a single distinct event

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

a republic in the Asian subcontinent in southern Asia; second most populous country in the world; achieved independence from the United Kingdom in 1947

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

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From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

plural of “note” — a brief written record

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

inflected form of “occur” — come to pass

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

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

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

(photography) the act of assuming a certain position (as for a photograph or portrait)

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

express in speech

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

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 The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

(especially of weather) affected or characterized by storms or commotion

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

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

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

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

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

a fierce or audacious person

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

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

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

put to use

From this reading The stormy day at Simla was, therefore, utilized to the fullest extent, and the stories of the gallant captain found a place in the note-books of both Frank and Fred.

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

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

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

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

at the time that

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

in or at the place that

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

during the time that

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.

United States inventor of the mechanical cotton gin (1765-1825)

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading The curiosity of the boys to learn about the wild animals of India was awakened by their meeting with Captain Whitney, the famous hunter, and they were greatly delighted when they found him entirely willing to speak of his exploits and describe incidents of a hunter's life.

in the company of; together with

From this reading HUNTING SCENES IN INDIA.--PURSUIT OF THE TIGER ON FOOT AND WITH ELEPHANTS.

the words that are spoken

From this reading We will let Captain Whitney give the account of his hunting experience, as nearly as we can, in his own words.

inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work

From this reading The boys listened attentively to the stories, and afterward wrote them out from memory, and from the notes they had taken while sitting at the table in the parlor of the hotel where the conversation occurred.