used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
accomplishverbUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃ/
put in effect
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
assurancesnounUS /əˈʃʊrənsɪz/
plural of “assurance” — freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
betokened
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From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
Chakra's
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From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
without stop or interruption
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
very opposed in nature or character or purpose
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
daybreaknounUS /ˈdeɪbreɪk/
the first light of day
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
wanted intensely
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
discontentnounUS /dɪskənˈtent/
a longing for something better than the present situation
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
Duppy's
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From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
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 Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
emergingadjectiveUS /ɪˈmɜːrdʒɪŋ/
coming to maturity
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
the organ of sight
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
the act of departing
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
an opening into or through something
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
ill-humour
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From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
IsraelitenounUS /ˈɪzrəlaɪt/
a native or inhabitant of the ancient kingdom of Israel
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
a particular point in time
From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
mutteringsnounUS /ˈmʌtərɪŋz/
plural of “muttering” — a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
not any; not one
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
onwardadverbUS /ˈɔːnwərd/
forward in time or order or degree
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
partiallyadverbUS /ˈpɑːrʃəli/
to some extent; in some degree; not wholly
From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
a course of conduct
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
penn-keeper
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
a legal document giving official permission to do something
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
on the contrary
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
separated in relationship by a given degree of descent
From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
retiringadjectiveUS /rɪˈtaɪrɪŋ/
not arrogant or presuming
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
satisfyverbUS /ˈsætəsfaɪ/
meet the requirements or expectations of
From this reading Chakra's assurances, that had, for the moment, partially removed his ill-humour, on reflection failed to satisfy him.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
sleepinessnounUS /ˈsliːpinəs/
a very sleepy state
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
not in physical motion
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
successive (without a break)
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
in the direction of
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
trackedadjectiveUS /trækt/
having tracks
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The mutterings which fell from his lips, as he moved onward among the trees, told that his discontent still continued.
wide-awakeadjective
fully awake
From this reading Late as was the hour--or early, it should rather be said, since it was getting on for daybreak--in the eye of the old Israelite there was no sign of sleepiness; but, on the contrary, a wide-awake expression that betokened his intention to accomplish some desired object before retiring to rest.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He walked with hurried steps, as if he had some purpose before him beyond that of going to bed.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading On emerging from the Duppy's Hole, the penn-keeper tracked it, as straight as the path would permit him, towards his own home.
