Chapter V

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

(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 Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

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

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

from appearances alone

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

plural of “chart” — a visual display of information

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

carefully weighed

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

being the right size and shape to fit as desired

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

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

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

inadequate in amount or degree

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

large or big relative to something else

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

make a map of; show or establish the features of details of

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

plural of “map” — a diagrammatic representation of the earth's surface (or part of it)

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

A stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal, used for writing.

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

plural of “piece” — a separate part of a whole

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading The right half was in my possession.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

precisely, exactly

From this reading The right half was in my possession.

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

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

the work of a sailor

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

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

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

any broad thin expanse or surface

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

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

From this reading A glance showed me that it was a part of a rudely-drawn map, apparently of an island, although, lacking the other half, of that I could not be quite certain.

plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

plural of “sort” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

having edges that are jagged from injury

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

a crime less serious than a felony

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

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

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.

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

From this reading It was evidently the half of a larger sheet which had been torn in two.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Being a seafaring man, I was familiar with maps and charts of all sorts but I must admit that I had never seen a map that looked exactly like that one.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading SHOWS HOW TWO PIECES OF PARCHMENT WERE FITTED TOGETHER Under the circumstances, therefore, and without a thought that my action might be considered a possible violation of confidence, I looked at the parchment I held in my hand.