used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
declared publicly; made widely known
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
towards the shore from the water
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
Directly under; in or to a lower position than.
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
a youthful male person
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
chauffeurnounUS /ʃoʊˈfɜːr/
a man paid to drive a privately owned car
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
comfortablyadverbUS /ˈkʌmfərtəbli/
in mental comfort; without stress
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
dapperadjectiveUS /ˈdæpər/
marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
down-town
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
easternernounUS /ˈiːstərnər/
an inhabitant of an eastern area; especially of the U.S.
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
establishingverbUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃɪŋ/
-ing form of “establish” — set up or found
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
ferriesnounUS /ˈferiz/
plural of “ferry” — a boat that transports people or vehicles across a body of water and operates on a regular schedule
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
FerryverbUS /ˈferi/
transport from one place to another
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
Francisco
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
GratifiedadjectiveUS /ˈɡrætəfaɪd/
having received what was desired
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading MIDNIGHT ON RUSSIAN HILL.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
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 Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
JapnounUS /dʒæp/
(offensive slang) offensive term for a person of Japanese descent
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
JapanesenounUS /ˌdʒæpəˈniːz/
a native or inhabitant of Japan
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
become part of; become a member of a group or organization
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
take the midday meal
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
come together
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
12 o'clock at night; the middle of the night
From this reading MIDNIGHT ON RUSSIAN HILL.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading MIDNIGHT ON RUSSIAN HILL.
on one occasion
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
perspicacitynoun
intelligence manifested by being astute (as in business dealings)
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
past form of “push” — move with force
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
QuincynounUS /ˈkwɪnsi/
American patriot who presented the colonists' grievances to the English king (1744-1775)
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
Roger
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
RUSSIANnounUS /ˈrʌʃən/
a native or inhabitant of Russia
From this reading MIDNIGHT ON RUSSIAN HILL.
San
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
singlingverbUS /ˈsɪŋɡəlɪŋ/
-ing form of “single” — hit a single
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
solidadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːləd/
characterized by good substantial quality
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step
From this reading A few moments later John Quincy stepped ashore in San Francisco.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading Gratified to feel solid ground once more beneath his feet, John Quincy followed the chauffeur to the street.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
uncannyadjectiveUS /ənˈkæni/
suggesting the operation of supernatural influences
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
at the time that
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
Winterslip
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He had taken not more than three steps across the floor of the Ferry Building when a dapper Japanese chauffeur pushed through the crowd and singling out the easterner with what seemed uncanny perspicacity, took complete charge of him.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading Roger Winterslip, the Jap announced, was too busy to meet ferries, but had sent word that the boy was to go up to the house and after establishing himself comfortably there, join his host for lunch down-town.
