used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
(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 His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
have
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
Benzeor
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From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
stick of wax with a wick in the middle
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
chatteringnounUS /ˈtʃætərɪŋ/
the rapid series of noises made by the parts of a machine
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
not open or affording passage or access
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
well in the past; former
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
to come or go into
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
regard something as probable or likely
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
opinion or judgment
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
father'snounUS /ˈfɑːðərz/
possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
footstepnounUS /ˈfʊtstep/
the sound of a step of someone walking
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
fosterverbUS /ˈfɑːstər/
promote the growth of
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
the act of departing
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
immediately past
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
for more time
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
a person who carries a message
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
a particular point in time
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
not any; not one
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
on one occasion
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
predicamentnounUS /prɪˈdɪkəmənt/
a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
marked by exceptional merit
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
not in physical motion
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
suspensenounUS /səˈspens/
apprehension about what is going to happen
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
male cat
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
a shaky motion
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading He heard no footstep, but he felt that the light of the candle was still shining upon his face and knew that Benzeor had not departed.
past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His body was trembling and all his strength was required to prevent his teeth from chattering.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading At last, unable to bear the suspense longer, he opened his eyes, for he felt that he must see what was going on in the room.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
the words that are spoken
From this reading THE MESSENGER FOR a moment Tom closed his eyes and waited for the words which he expected and feared to hear.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading If Benzeor should enter the room Tom knew that at once his predicament would be discovered, and in the present state of his foster father's feelings he was aware that he could expect no mercy at his hands.
