used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading The Camp Girls had been comparatively cordial to the newcomers since their arrival.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
Burrell
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From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
a person who is in charge
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
comparativelyadverbUS /kəmˈperətɪvli/
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
From this reading The Camp Girls had been comparatively cordial to the newcomers since their arrival.
cordialadjectiveUS /ˈkɔːrdʒəl/
diffusing warmth and friendliness
From this reading The Camp Girls had been comparatively cordial to the newcomers since their arrival.
dashverbUS /dæʃ/
run or move very quickly or hastily
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
disheveledadjectiveUS /dɪˈʃevəld/
in disarray; extremely disorderly
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
EXCITINGadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/
creating or arousing excitement
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
made afraid
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
a young female
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
groupsnounUS /ɡruːps/
plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
GuardiannounUS /ˈɡɑːrdiən/
a person who cares for persons or property
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
Harriet
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From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
introductionsnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃənz/
plural of “introduction” — the act of beginning something new
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
LivingstonnounUS /ˈlɪvɪŋstən/
American Revolutionary leader who served in the Continental Congress and as minister to France (1746-1813)
From this reading Mrs. Livingston performed these introductions.
roused to anger
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
attach a tag or label to
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
Meadow-Brook
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading Mrs. Livingston performed these introductions.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
newcomersnounUS /ˈnuːkʌmərz/
plural of “newcomer” — any new participant in some activity
From this reading The Camp Girls had been comparatively cordial to the newcomers since their arrival.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
being directly across from each other; facing
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
performedverbUS /pərˈfɔːrmd/
past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action
From this reading Mrs. Livingston performed these introductions.
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
pluckverbUS /plʌk/
pull or pull out sharply
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
ranksnounUS /ræŋks/
plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading The Camp Girls had been comparatively cordial to the newcomers since their arrival.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
come to a halt, stop moving
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Mrs. Livingston performed these introductions.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
hard to endure
From this reading As she did so, she explained the reason for the disheveled appearance of the Meadow-Brook Girls, calling attention to the pluck of Harriet Burrell in trying to stop the mad dash of the frightened horse, for which, Mrs. Livingston said, an honor mark already had been placed opposite her name.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
accept gladly
From this reading It was the true Camp Girl spirit, said the Chief Guardian and they were proud to welcome her to their ranks.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A DAY WITH AN EXCITING FINISH The Camp Girls stood in groups waiting for introductions to the Meadow-Brook Girls which they knew were to come.
