used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
ABOUTprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
having companions or an escort
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
arrangementsnounUS /ərˈeɪndʒmənts/
plural of “arrangement” — the thing arranged or agreed to
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
be present at (meetings, church services, university), etc.
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
CANADIANadjectiveUS /kəˈneɪdiən/
of or relating to Canada or its people
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
CODEnounUS /koʊd/
a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones)
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
DAMPadjectiveUS /dæmp/
slightly wet
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
DEBATESnounUS /dəˈbeɪts/
plural of “debate” — a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
the act of making up your mind about something
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
DEPRESSEDadjectiveUS /dɪˈprest/
lower than previously
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
DISPUTEverbUS /dɪsˈpjuːt/
take exception to
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
DUELnounUS /ˈduːəl/
a prearranged fight with deadly weapons by two people (accompanied by seconds) in order to settle a quarrel over a point of honor
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
characteristic of or befitting a friend
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
a man of refinement
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
HAVEauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
how
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
have in mind as a purpose
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
a small worthless amount
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
localitynounUS /loʊˈkæləti/
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
MASTERLYadjectiveUS /ˈmæstərli/
having or revealing supreme mastery or skill
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
make reference to
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
NEATLYadverbUS /ˈniːtli/
with neatness
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
NICETIESnounUS /ˈnaɪsɪtiz/
plural of “nicety” — conformity with some esthetic standard of correctness or propriety
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
not any; not one
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
O'HALLORAN
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
OBSTINATEadjectiveUS /ˈɑːbstənət/
tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
PRECEDENCEnounUS /ˈpresədəns/
status established in order of importance or urgency
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
PRELIMINARIESnounUS /prɪˈlɪməneriz/
plural of “preliminary” — a minor match preceding the main event
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
referredverbUS /rəˈfɜːrd/
inflected form of “refer” — make reference to
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
RHEUMATISMnounUS /ˈruːmətɪzəm/
any painful disorder of the joints or muscles or connective tissues
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
except for; apart from
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
SECLUDEDadjectiveUS /sɪˈkluːdɪd/
hidden from general view or use
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
unusual or striking
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
the season of growth
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
carry out
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
precisely as stated
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was to take place in a certain locality, which I do not intend to mention, and which was no matter how many miles out of town.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading We left at an early hour, and the doctor accompanied us.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A FRIENDLY CALL.--PRELIMINARIES OF THE DUEL NEATLY ARRANGED.--A DAMP JOURNEY, AND DEPRESSED SPIRITS.--A SECLUDED SPOT.--DIFFICULTIES WHICH ATTEND A DUEL IN A CANADIAN SPRING.--A MASTERLY DECISION.
which person or people
From this reading --DEBATES ABOUT THE NICETIES OF THE CODE OF HONOR.--WHO SHALL HAVE THE FIRST SHOT, STRUGGLE FOR PRECEDENCE.--A VERY SINGULAR AND OBSTINATE DISPUTE.--I SAVE O'HALLORAN FROM DEATH BY RHEUMATISM.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Before the close of the day a gentleman called on me from O'Halloran, whom I referred to Jack, and these two made arrangements for the duel.
