Chapter XVI

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

in an apologetic manner

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

exceptionally bad or displeasing

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

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

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

a youthful male person

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

a member of the genus Fagopyrum; annual Asian plant with clusters of small pinkish white flowers and small edible triangular seeds which are used whole or ground into flour

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

ruin completely

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

plural of “cake” — a block of solid substance (such as soap or wax)

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

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From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

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

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

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

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

take in solid food

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

continuing forever or indefinitely

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

opinion or judgment

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

having lost freshness or brilliance of color

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

start firing a weapon

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

a person who lacks good judgment

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

possessive form of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

moving to the inside of something

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

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

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

immediately past

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

wood of any of various maple trees; especially the hard close-grained wood of the sugar maple; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

past form of “mumble” — talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

above and across; more than

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

a collection of objects laid on top of each other

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

past form of “pour” — cause to run

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

established beyond doubt

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

return to an original state

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

relating to human society and its members

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

an enlarged and muscular saclike organ of the alimentary canal; the principal organ of digestion

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

showing a brooding ill humor

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

a thick sweet sticky liquid

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

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

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading And though the boy crimsoned and looked sullen, he proved his recovery by his application to the cakes.

up to a particular time

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

past form of “twinkle” — gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

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

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

a formal word for “on”

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

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

From this reading "I was an awful fool last night," he mumbled apologetically a few moments later.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

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

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

at the time that

From this reading "Course I didn't know what I was doin' when I bust into that social.

during the time that

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading THE ETERNAL FIRE UNCLE AMBROSE poured the grace of forgiveness upon the pile of buckwheat cakes on his guest's plate next morning in the form of an over-supply of maple syrup, saying kindly: "Eat well, sonnie; we ain't goin' to talk over the events of last evening till you are feeling a little stronger in the stomach."

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading "You were," Uncle Ambrose replied, "but then being a young fool ain't so bad; it's bein' an old one that's serious," and his faded blue eyes twinkled self-accusingly, while the boy went on talking into his plate.