used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
(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 Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
amendsnounUS /əˈmendz/
a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
appeaseverbUS /əˈpiːz/
cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
brought into existence
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
bredverbUS /bred/
inflected form of “breed” — call forth
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
brieflyadverbUS /ˈbriːfli/
for a short time
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
collectedadjectiveUS /kəˈlektəd/
brought together in one place
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
cowardnounUS /ˈkaʊərd/
a person who shows fear or timidity
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
any of various platforms built into a vessel
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
inflected form of “drag” — pull, as against a resistance
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
plural of “find” — a productive insight
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
GALEnounUS /ɡeɪl/
a strong wind moving 45-90 knots; force 7 to 10 on Beaufort scale
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
death of a person
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
HanknounUS /hæŋk/
a coil of rope or wool or yarn
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
impendingadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpendɪŋ/
close in time; about to occur
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
JaspernounUS /ˈdʒæspər/
an opaque form of quartz; red or yellow or brown or dark green in color; used for ornamentation or as a gemstone
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
Joe
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From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
engage in
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
be obedient to
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
pallid-faced
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
a person who requires medical care
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
rascalnounUS /ˈræskəl/
a deceitful and unreliable scoundrel
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
any member of a ship's crew
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
the act of searching for something
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
the act of causing something to go (especially messages)
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
sleeplessadjectiveUS /ˈsliːpləs/
experiencing or accompanied by sleeplessness
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
SPARKnounUS /spɑːrk/
a momentary flash of light
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
not in physical motion
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
stingverbUS /stɪŋ/
cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
superstitiousadjectiveUS /ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃəs/
showing ignorance of the laws of nature and faith in magic or chance
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading THE SPARK FINDS A FRIEND THROUGH THE GALE The time had dragged on far into the night.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Jasper, like many another rascal a superstitious coward in the face of impending death, was seeking to appease the sting of his conscience by doing everything in his power to make amends in these grave moments.
male cat
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
change directions as if revolving on a pivot
From this reading Captain Tom remained on deck all the time now, though Hank often relieved him briefly at the wheel.
wirelessnounUS /ˈwaɪrlɪs/
medium for communication
From this reading Joe was still at the wireless sending table, sleepless, patient, brave--a sailor born and bred.
but in spite of that
From this reading He stood by, pallid-faced yet collected enough to obey any order instantly.
