used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
admirernounUS /ædˈmaɪrər/
a person who backs a politician or a team etc.
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
how long something has existed
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
assistedadjectiveUS /əˈsɪstɪd/
having help; often used as a combining form
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
attendancenounUS /əˈtendəns/
the act of being present (at a meeting or event etc.)
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
bargainnounUS /ˈbɑːrɡən/
an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
Bassishaw
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From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
CarmichaelnounUS /ˈkɑːrmaɪkəl/
United States songwriter (1899-1981)
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
Carrie
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From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
deem to be
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
creditableadjectiveUS /ˈkredətəbəl/
worthy of often limited commendation
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
feelings of ardent love
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
separated into parts or pieces
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
germsnounUS /dʒɜːrmz/
plural of “germ” — anything that provides inspiration for later work
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
half-grown-up
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From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
helpingnounUS /ˈhelpɪŋ/
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
helplesslyadverbUS /ˈhelpləsli/
in a helpless manner
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
immenselyadverbUS /ˌɪˈmensli/
to an exceedingly great extent or degree
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
jelliesnounUS /ˈdʒeliz/
plural of “jelly” — an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
the quality of being just or fair
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
kidsnounUS /kɪdz/
plural of “kid” — a young person of either sex
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
ministeringverbUS /ˈmɪnɪstrɪŋ/
-ing form of “minister” — attend to the wants and needs of others
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
in such a manner as could not be otherwise
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
Nellie
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
palpableadjectiveUS /ˈpælpəbəl/
capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
perplexitynounUS /pərˈpleksəti/
trouble or confusion resulting from complexity
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
piled-up
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
platesnounUS /pleɪts/
plural of “plate” — (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
the act of playing a musical instrument
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
purelyadverbUS /ˈpjʊrli/
restricted to something
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
qualifiedadjectiveUS /ˈkwɑːləfaɪd/
meeting the proper standards and requirements and training for an office or position or task
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
resumingverbUS /rɪˈzuːmɪŋ/
-ing form of “resume” — take up or begin anew
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
schoolboynounUS /ˈskuːlbɔɪ/
a boy attending school
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She has the germs of mischief in her, and is pretty into the bargain.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
small or little relative to something else
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
staggeringadjectiveUS /ˈstæɡərɪŋ/
so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
TednounUS /ted/
a tough youth of 1950's and 1960's wearing Edwardian style clothes
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
unrestnounUS /ənˈrest/
a state of agitation or turbulent change or development
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Master Ted Carmichael, however, was evidently divided in mind as to whether he should consider himself purely a guest, or whether his age qualified him for attendance on the kids, a perplexity in which his palpable devotion to Nellie did not help him much.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
wooverbUS /wuː/
seek someone's favor
From this reading Nellie was difficult to woo that evening, and was playing off a smaller schoolboy on her half-grown-up admirer in a way that I liked immensely.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Carrie, to do her justice, ordered young Bassishaw about as if he were her own brother, and he assisted with piled-up plates and staggering jellies in the most creditable manner.
used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father
From this reading Ted, therefore, moved in a state of unrest--now helping in ministering to younger needs, and now resuming his seat helplessly.
