Chapter X

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

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

anew

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

side by side

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

a Hebrew shepherd and minor prophet

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

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

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

from appearances alone

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

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

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

confidently declared to be so

From this reading “Well, it was gone this morning,” asserted the other, triumphantly.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

a vertical flue that provides a path through which smoke from a fire is carried away through the wall or roof of a building

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

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

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

third-person singular of “decide” — reach, make, or come to a decision about something

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

make plain and comprehensible

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

set up or found

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

the act of acquiring something

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

destroyed or killed

From this reading “Well, it was gone this morning,” asserted the other, triumphantly.

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

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

an opening into or through something

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

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

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

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

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

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

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

moving to the inside of something

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

enter into a log, as on ships and planes

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

engage in

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading “Well, it was gone this morning,” asserted the other, triumphantly.

being perceived or observed

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

past form of “object” — express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

plural of “objection” — the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading “Well, it was gone this morning,” asserted the other, triumphantly.

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

having a point

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

To recall to mind.

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

cut with a saw

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

caught or fixed

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

carry out

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

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

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

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

From this reading “Well, it was gone this morning,” asserted the other, triumphantly.

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

a vagrant

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

in a triumphant manner

From this reading “Well, it was gone this morning,” asserted the other, triumphantly.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

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

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

(used informally) very small

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading “Well, it was gone this morning,” asserted the other, triumphantly.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading AMOS DECIDES Apparently Elmer was ready to take the others into his confidence, for he immediately began to explain what he had done.

at the time that

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

in or at the place that

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

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

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”

in the company of; together with

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading “Yes,” objected Wee Willie instantly—they always said the tall chum would make a good lawyer, he was so ready with his objections—“but how do you know the tramp came back again and took it?”

plural of “yawn” — an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

an affirmative

From this reading “Yes, I saw that you had stuck its pointed blade in the log; noticed that between yawns when I was getting ready to turn in,” admitted Perk.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “You remember that I said I’d put the knife back about where I found it,” he told them; “which was close to that hole in the wall used for air as a sort of window, alongside the chimney.”