Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

on a ship, train, plane or other vehicle

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

arrival that has been awaited (especially of something momentous)

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

later than; following

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

(Roman Catholic Church) Roman priest who became bishop of Milan

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

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

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

having broad shoulders

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

being joined in close association

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

any shape resembling the curved shape of the moon in its first or last quarters

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

divisible by two

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a social unit living together

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

an established custom

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading HARD PUT TO KEEP WARM.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading HARD PUT TO KEEP WARM.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

plural of “locality” — a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

move something or somebody to a lower position

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

a skilled worker who mends or repairs things

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

a keyboard instrument that is played by depressing keys that cause hammers to strike tuned strings and produce sounds

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

-ing form of “ply” — give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

by chance

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

communicate vividly

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

established beyond doubt

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

past form of “push” — move with force

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading HARD PUT TO KEEP WARM.

inflected form of “quit” — put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

in a regular manner

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

an established line of travel or access

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a special situation

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

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

From this reading HARD PUT TO KEEP WARM.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

plural of “trade” — the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

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

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

having great material or monetary value especially for use or exchange

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

precisely as stated

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading HARD PUT TO KEEP WARM.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

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

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

at the time that

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

in or at the place that

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

which person or people

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading The itinerant machinist told them they had undoubtedly done a wise thing in quitting their harbor up the river after the advent of those three roughs.

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading In return, of course, they told Bob Archiable all about their project, and he wished them a pleasant voyage to the Crescent City, with much luck when Uncle Ambrose came to port.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Our two boys enjoyed an hour or two in his company very much, and learned considerable about matters connected with the lower river that might possibly prove valuable to them later on.

small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done

From this reading The big, broad-shouldered man proved to be a machinist and clock mender, who was in the habit of plying his trade along the river every winter; he had his family aboard the boat that served him as a workshop, and there were certain localities on his route where they looked for him regularly--he was, it seemed, a jack-of-all- trades, and could after a fashion even tune a piano if pushed.