Chapter V

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

A place of study or training in a special field of knowledge and arts.

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

anew

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

a military trainee (as at a military academy)

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

permission to do something

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

-ing form of “consider” — deem to be

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

worthy of often limited commendation

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

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

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

a branch of knowledge

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

undisciplined and unruly

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool

From this reading He showed himself particularly good in drill.

having or showing great excitement and interest

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

inflected form of “expel” — force to leave or move out

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

something many people believe that is false

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

plural of “fault” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading He showed himself particularly good in drill.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

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

From this reading He showed himself particularly good in drill.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

capable of winning favor

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

admission to a group (especially a college or university)

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

not any; not one

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

on one occasion

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

and nothing more

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading He showed himself particularly good in drill.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

the body of people in a learned occupation

From this reading From the Academy he again passed a creditable examination, and became absolutely enthusiastic for his profession.

rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading He showed himself particularly good in drill.

plural of “teacher” — a person whose occupation is teaching

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

a special situation

From this reading The only thing which saved him was his behaviour to his teachers, which was always ingratiating.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

two times

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

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

From this reading Other faults, however, he did possess, and he was twice nearly expelled from the Academy.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

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

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading MAN'S BREAST IS LIKE THE OCEAN John passed an excellent matriculation, whereupon he took a fancy to become a cadet, to which his father at once gave his consent, considering that at the Military Academy he would learn order and discipline, though, as a matter of fact, if what is meant by discipline, is obedience to orders, he had no need to learn it, and he had never been disorderly in his habits.