Chapter XI

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

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

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

a room used primarily for sleeping

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

the time you go to bed

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

plural of “camper” — someone living temporarily in a tent or lodge for recreation

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

carefully weighed

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

a person who is recovering from illness

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

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

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

someone who is a detective

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

opinion or judgment

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

inflected form of “fly” — travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

affixed or as if affixed with glue or paste

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

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

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

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

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

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

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

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

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

capable of being reached only with great difficulty or not at all

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

full of or showing high-spirited merriment

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

darkened with overcast

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

of greater importance or stature or rank

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

in a joyous manner

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

plural of “message” — a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

and nothing more

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

in other respects or ways

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

go across or through

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

almost; nearly

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

returning to health after illness or debility

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

the act of removing

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

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

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

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

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

not in physical motion

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

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

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

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

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

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

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

up to a particular time

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

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

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

difficult to reach or attain

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

not expected or anticipated

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

United States jazz singer noted for her complex bebop phrasing and scat singing (1924-1990)

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

possessive form of “vaughan” — United States jazz singer noted for her complex bebop phrasing and scat singing (1924-1990)

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

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

From this reading Not only was there a general furbishing-up of the camp to be seen to, for "Dad," as the boys said, "was sure to be as jolly keen on it as they were," but a new and unexpected occupation suddenly presented itself to the company.

which person or people

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading From breakfast till bedtime the now recovering invalid stood glued to his bedroom window watching with interested eyes practically everything that the campers were doing.

a movable organ for flying (one of a pair)

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

a means of flight or ascent

From this reading The three days before Major Vaughan's return promised to pass on leaden wings, but in reality they flew merrily enough.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Now, however, with the removal of the convalescent to the "river-room" in the east wing, things changed.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading Hitherto Dick had been considered in the light of an un-get-at-able invalid, who could be written to, and to whom messages might be sent through Mrs. Vaughan, but who was, otherwise, as inaccessible as though he had been still at his home in the far north.