Chapter VII

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

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

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

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

react verbally

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

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

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

a person's social heritage: previous experience or training

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

a youthful male person

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

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

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

someone who has won first place in a competition

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

a group of people living in a particular local area

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

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

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

a natural or instinctive fellowship between people of similar interests

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

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

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

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

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

of great significance or value

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

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

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

-ing form of “include” — have as a part, be made up out of

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

a small worthless amount

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

plural of “lover” — a person who loves someone or is loved by someone

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

many times at short intervals

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

plural of “rag” — a small piece of cloth or paper

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

be fully aware or cognizant of

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

return to an original state

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

(Roman mythology) the twin brother of Romulus

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

past form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

(Roman mythology) founder of Rome; suckled with his twin brother Remus by a wolf after their parents (Mars and Rhea Silvia) abandoned them; Romulus killed Remus in an argument over the building of Rome

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

inflected form of “spring” — move forward by leaps and bounds

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

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

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

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

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

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

From this reading Suddenly they came to light as important members of the community, and each dog had its boy champion.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

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

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading But hitherto the dogs had been, in a way, taken for granted, and had lived in a sort of background in the boy life of the town.

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

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

during the time that

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

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

From this reading SOME OTHER DOGS, INCLUDING RAGS It was sympathy for Jack Whipple and interest in the sickness and recovery of Remus that resulted in the formation of a sort of freemasonry of dog lovers among the boys of Boy town.

widely circulated or diffused

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It had always been known that some of the boys had dogs, and there had been a good deal of fun with these dogs at different times in the past.

plural of “worry” — something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.

covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

From this reading While Romulus and Remus were sick, the Whipple boys often had to answer inquiries as to their progress, but Ernest and Jack had been so wrapped up in their own worries that they did not realize the widespread sympathy that had sprung up.