Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

move forward, also in the metaphorical sense

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

a person who enjoys taking risks

From this reading "--It is the blood of an adventurer."

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

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

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading "--It is the blood of an adventurer."

that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

showing who or what does the action

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

-ing form of “defy” — resist or confront with resistance

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

to say again or imitate

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

plural of “envelope” — a flat (usually rectangular) container for a letter, thin package, etc.

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

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From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

foreshadow or presage

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

set up or found

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

yet to be or coming

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

depressingly dark

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

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

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading "--It is the blood of an adventurer."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "--It is the blood of an adventurer."

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

not fanciful or imaginative

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

not any; not one

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

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

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

plural of “omen” — a sign of something about to happen

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

tightly woven fabric with raised cords

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

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

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

inflected form of “prod” — to push against gently

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

-ing form of “pulsate” — expand and contract rhythmically; beat rhythmically

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

with speed

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

a thing, without saying which

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

lacking fresh air

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

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

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

plural of “threat” — something that is a source of danger

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

cause a stinging or tingling sensation

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading And it seemed that Robert Fairchild needed no more than the knowledge to feel the tingle of it; the old house suddenly became stuffy and prison-like as he wandered through it.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

at the time that

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.

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

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

in the company of; together with

From this reading Within his pocket were two envelopes filled with threats of the future, defying him to advance and fight it out,--whatever _it_ might be.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading And in spite of all that omens could foretell, in spite of the dull, gloomy life which had done its best to fashion a matter-of-fact brain for Robert Fairchild, one sentence in that letter had found an echo, had started a pulsating something within him that he never before had known:

buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading One works quickly when prodded by the pique of curiosity.