used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
AmbernounUS /ˈæmbər/
a deep yellow color
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
CalcuttanounUS /ˌkælˈkʌtə/
the largest city in India and one of the largest cities in the world; located in eastern India; suffers from poverty and overcrowding
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
CanalnounUS /kəˈnæl/
(astronomy) an indistinct surface feature of Mars once thought to be a system of channels; they are now believed to be an optical illusion
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
deferringverbUS /dɪˈfɜːrɪŋ/
inflected form of “defer” — hold back to a later time
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
destinationnounUS /ˌdestəˈneɪʃən/
the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
easternadjectiveUS /ˈiːstərn/
lying toward or situated in the east
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
electedadjectiveUS /ɪˈlektəd/
subject to popular election
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
half the width of an em
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
to come or go into
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
entertainingadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnɪŋ/
agreeably diverting
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
errandnounUS /ˈerənd/
a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
exaggerateverbUS /ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪt/
to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
explicitadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsplɪsət/
precisely and clearly expressed or readily observable; leaving nothing to implication
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
fortnightlyadjectiveUS /ˈfɔːrtnaɪtli/
occurring every two weeks
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
gambler'snounUS /ˈɡæmblərz/
possessive form of “gambler” — a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
girl'snounUS /ɡɜːrlz/
possessive form of “girl” — a young female
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
IndianounUS /ˈɪndiə/
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 Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
India-wards
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
instructionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/
a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
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 As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
MASKSnounUS /mæsks/
plural of “mask” — a covering to disguise or conceal the face
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
misgivingsnounUS /mɪsˈɡɪvɪŋz/
plural of “misgiving” — uneasiness about the fitness of an action
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
not any; not one
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
and nothing more
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
overtakingnounUS /ˈoʊvərteɪkɪŋ/
going by something that is moving in order to get in front of it
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
quickeradverbUS /ˈkwɪkər/
more quickly
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
on the contrary
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
riskyadjectiveUS /ˈrɪski/
involving risk or danger
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
routenounUS /ruːt/
an established line of travel or access
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
Rutton's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Rutton's instructions had, moreover, been explicit upon one point: Amber was to enter India only by the port of Calcutta.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
soberlyadverbUS /ˈsoʊbərli/
in a grave and sober manner
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
in or at or to some place
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
speculatedverbUS /ˈspekjəleɪtɪd/
past form of “speculate” — to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
stabilitynounUS /stəˈbɪlɪti/
the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
SueznounUS /ˈsuːez/
a city in northeastern Egypt at the head of the Gulf of Suez and at the southern end of the Suez Canal
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
urgencynounUS /ˈɜːrdʒənsi/
the state of being urgent; an earnest and insistent necessity
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
viaprepositionUS /ˈvaɪə/
by way of; passing through
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
viewedverbUS /vjuːd/
past form of “view” — deem to be
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
VirginiannounUS /vərˈdʒɪnjən/
a native or resident of Virginia
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading In deferring to this the Virginian lost several days waiting in London for the fortnightly P.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts
From this reading Therefore, on second thought, he elected to journey India-wards _via_ the Suez Canal rather than by the western route.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading As he understood the situation, he had no time to waste; the quicker way to his destination was the eastern way; and, viewed soberly, the chance upon which he had speculated, that of overtaking the girl's party somewhere _en route_, appeared a long one--a gambler's risk, and far too risky if he did not exaggerate the urgency of his errand.
wiseradjectiveUS /ˈwaɪzər/
comparative of “wise” — having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading MASKS AND FACES Like many a wiser and a better man, Amber was able upon occasion to change his mind without entertaining serious misgivings as to his stability of purpose.
