Chapter I · Chapter 1

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

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

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From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

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From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

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

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

any thing at all

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

aroused to action

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

next to; at the side of

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

a short stout club used primarily by policemen

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

plural of “bump” — a lump on the body caused by a blow

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

a confidential or secret meeting

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

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From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

a social unit living together

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

in a free manner

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

something acquired without compensation

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

plural of “gift” — something acquired without compensation

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

in a grave and sober manner

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages

From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

plural of “greek” — the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

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

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

a social unit living together

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

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From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

on one occasion

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

above and across; more than

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

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

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

past form of “print” — put into print

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

possessive form of “sam” — a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

an impression that something might be the case

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

in or at that place or location

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

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

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

bound or secured closely

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

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

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

past form of “translate” — restate (words) from one language into another language

From this reading "Beware of the Greeks when they come bearing gifts," Agnes freely translated.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Author of "The Corner House Girls," "The Corner House Girls Under Canvas," etc.

characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

precisely as stated

From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

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

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

(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 "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.

at the time that

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading Sam was never known to be into anything but mischief; therefore when he gravely presented the wise looking old goat to Tess, suspicion was instantly aroused in the Kenway household that there was something beside good will behind Master Sam's gift.

a shed for storing firewood or garden tools

From this reading _Printed in the United States of America_ When Sam Pinkney brought Billy Bumps over to the old Corner House, and tied him by the corner of the woodshed, there was at once a family conclave called.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "But you know very well, Aggie, Sammy Pinkney is not a Greek.