Chapter IX

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

From this reading A FINE CURTAIN-RAISER.

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From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

later than; following

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

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

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together

From this reading When they reached the entrance they found a little crowd assembled in the lobby.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

(usually followed by “of”) having capacity or ability

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading When they reached the entrance they found a little crowd assembled in the lobby.

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From this reading A FINE CURTAIN-RAISER.

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

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

compelled forcibly by an outside agency

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading When they reached the entrance they found a little crowd assembled in the lobby.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading A FINE CURTAIN-RAISER.

moving swiftly

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

set up or found

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

someone who flees from an uncongenial situation

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

plural of “gorge” — a deep ravine (usually with a river running through it)

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

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

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

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

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

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

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

owning or consisting of land or real estate

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading When they reached the entrance they found a little crowd assembled in the lobby.

a large entrance or reception room or area

From this reading When they reached the entrance they found a little crowd assembled in the lobby.

steadfast in allegiance or duty

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

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

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

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

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

not any; not one

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

capable of being seen or noticed

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

above and across; more than

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

past form of “search” — try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

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

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

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

From this reading When they reached the entrance they found a little crowd assembled in the lobby.

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

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

a just detectable amount

From this reading After the escape of Doran, the aeroplanes had searched the hills and gorges for the fugitive, but had found no trace of him observable from the sky.

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

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

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

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.

at the time that

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

in or at the place that

From this reading The sun was rising over the mountains when the flying machines and the motor-car reached the field where the boys had landed the night before.

in the company of; together with

From this reading After seeing that the machines were placed in charge of capable and loyal officers, the boys entered the car with Mellen and were driven to the hotel.