used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
air-tightadjective
having no weak points
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
plural of “case” — an occurrence of something
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
a boy or man
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
cheerfullyadverbUS /ˈtʃɪrfəli/
in a cheerful manner
From this reading "Sorry!" remarked Jack cheerfully.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
deliberateadjectiveUS /dɪˈlɪbərət/
carefully thought out in advance
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
having made preparations
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
don't
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
downrightadverbUS /ˈdaʊnraɪt/
thoroughgoing
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
divisible by two
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
morally objectionable behavior
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
apart from; not including
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
explosionnounUS /ɪkˈsploʊʒən/
a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
come to pass
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
discontinued temporarily
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
a small worthless amount
From this reading "Sorry!" remarked Jack cheerfully.
and nothing more
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
loyaladjectiveUS /ˈlɔɪəl/
steadfast in allegiance or duty
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
Murdock
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
not any; not one
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
packedadjectiveUS /pækt/
extremely crowed or filled to capacity
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
by chance
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
PreciselyadverbUS /prɪˈsaɪsli/
indicating exactness or preciseness
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
past form of “remark” — make mention of
From this reading "Sorry!" remarked Jack cheerfully.
securelyadverbUS /sɪˈkjʊrli/
in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
SorryadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːri/
feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone
From this reading "Sorry!" remarked Jack cheerfully.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
a special situation
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
trustworthyadjectiveUS /ˈtrʌstwɜːrði/
worthy of trust or belief
From this reading Not on account of our own people, mind you; I believe them to be loyal and trustworthy to a man.
precisely as stated
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
worryingnounUS /ˈwɜːriɪŋ/
the act of harassing someone
From this reading Such a thing could not possibly happen except by the downright deliberate act of some evil--disposed individual; and I don't think--" "Precisely," interrupted Murdock; "that was just what was worrying me-- at least, it was one of the things that was worrying me.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "But why should they worry you, old chap?
zinc-lined
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Everything is securely packed in air-tight, zinc-lined cases, so that there was really no very serious cause for anxiety or fear, even of an explosion.
