Chapter VIII · Chapter 8

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

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading The invitation was gladly accepted.

personal knowledge or information about someone or something

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

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

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

plural of “bengali” — (Hinduism) a member of a people living in Bangladesh and West Bengal (mainly Hindus)

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

cause to be bored

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

the two together, not just one

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

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From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

a group of people living in a particular local area

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

act of transferring property title from one person to another

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

-ing form of “cultivate” — foster the growth of

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

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

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

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

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

plural of “elephant” — five-toed pachyderm

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

render capable or able for some task

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

following immediately and as a result of what went before

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

go or come after and bring or take back

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

set up or found

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

the state of being friends (or friendly)

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

plural of “gathering” — a group of persons together in one place

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

in a willing manner

From this reading The invitation was gladly accepted.

a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

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

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

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

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading The invitation was gladly accepted.

attractive and tempting

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

cases used to carry belongings when traveling

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

of or infected by or resembling malaria

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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 In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

many times at short intervals

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

plural of “planter” — the owner or manager of a plantation

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

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

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

done or occurring in a brief period of time

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

returning to health after illness or debility

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

regain or make up for

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

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

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

cut with a saw

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

plural of “suspicion” — an impression that something might be the case

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading On one of his visits to Malpura he found Fred recovering from a sharp bout of malarial fever, and Dermot was glad of an opportunity of requiting their hospitality by inviting both the Dalehams to Ranga Duar to enable Fred to recuperate in the mountain air.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

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

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

confirm the truth of

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

plural of “visit” — the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

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

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)

From this reading In order to verify his suspicions as to the Bengalis, he made a point of cultivating the acquaintance of the planters, paid several visits to Payne and other members of the community, and was a frequent guest at the weekly gatherings at the club.

plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.

during the time that

From this reading Their host came to fetch them himself with two elephants; Badshah, carrying a _charjama_, conveying them, while the other animal bore their luggage and servants.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A BHUTTIA RAID Dermot's friendship with the Dalehams made rapid progress, and in the ensuing weeks he saw them often.