Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

plural of “accident” — an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

a rapid active commotion

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

give advice to

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

later than; following

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

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

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

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From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

not in a state of sleep; completely conscious

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

past form of “boast” — show off

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

terminate

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

small room on a ship or boat where people sleep

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

an occurrence of something

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

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From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Pat felt the Frenchman's head.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

ranking above all others

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

a person of French nationality

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

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From this reading Pat felt the Frenchman's head.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

in a joyous manner

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

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

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

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From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading Pat felt the Frenchman's head.

utter a sound, as with obvious effort

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

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

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

an opening into or through something

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

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

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

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

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

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

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

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

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

a knee-length pleated tartan skirt worn by men as part of the traditional dress in the Highlands of northern Scotland

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

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 "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

beat severely with a whip or rod

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

property that is leased or rented out or let

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

a commissioned military officer

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

not compact or dense in structure or arrangement

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

engage in

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

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

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

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

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

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From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

above and across; more than

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

to extremes

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin

From this reading Pat felt the Frenchman's head.

a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

past form of “remark” — make mention of

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

disorderly fighting

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

past form of “shove” — come into rough contact with while moving

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

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

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

a rester who is sleeping

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

past form of “station” — assign to a station

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

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

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

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

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

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

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

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

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

except if; if not

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

to no avail

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

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

From this reading Lieutenant Vinoy had not vainly boasted that he was a sound sleeper, for notwithstanding the scuffle over his head, he did not awake; and happily Norah, who had been stationed at his cabin door to keep him in check should he attempt to break out, was not called upon to exercise her courage.

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

From this reading "Arrah, don't be too shure of that," said Tim; "if he was to come to life, he'd be after letting loose the others.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

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

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

which person or people

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

comparative of “wise” — having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading It will be wiser to lash him too; and unless the dead man is kilt entirely, I'd advise that we prevent him from doing mischief."

in the company of; together with

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading "Shure, I never knew a man come to life with a hole like this in his skull," he remarked, "but to make shure in case of accidents, we'll heave him overboard;" and without more ado the body of the Frenchman, who was undoubtedly dead, was shoved through the foremost port.