Chapter IV

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

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

worthy of being recommended or suggested; prudent or wise

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

later than; following

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

the utterance of a sound similar to clearing the throat; intended to get attention, express hesitancy, fill a pause, hide embarrassment, warn a friend, etc.

From this reading “Ahem!

(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 I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

a vehicle that takes people to and from hospitals

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

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

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

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

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

plural of “bandage” — a piece of soft material that covers and protects an injured part of the body

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

plural of “band” — an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

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

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

the two together, not just one

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

plural of “doll” — a small replica of a person; used as a toy

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

-ing form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

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

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

plural of “handkerchief” — a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

a health facility where patients receive treatment

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

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

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

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

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

staying power

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

engage in

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

a form of address for a man

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

plain-woven cotton fabric

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

absolutely essential

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

a person who requires medical care

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

plural of “pillow” — a cushion to support the head of a sleeping person

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

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

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

move an implement through

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

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

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

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

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

having three angles; forming or shaped like a triangle

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

a lightweight handheld collapsible canopy

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

except if; if not

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading “Let us have a look at this broken leg,” said Doctor Quickenquack, examining Mr. Brave.

the act of using

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)

From this reading If necessary to move, place a board or an umbrella, one on each side of the leg, and tie in place, (or tie both legs together if it seems advisable) using bands of muslin, handkerchiefs, or[A]triangular bandages.

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

From this reading AT THE DOLLS’ HOSPITAL IN a short time Mrs. Brave began to feel better, and, by the time the ambulance returned, was able to stir about.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading I think, Miss Bossem, after all, we would better use— FIRST-AID TREATMENT FOR BROKEN LEG (_See Reference List_) Place pillows under the leg to make it more comfortable, but do not move the patient before the doctor comes, unless absolutely necessary.