used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
achedverbUS /eɪkt/
past form of “ache” — feel physical pain
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
brakenounUS /breɪk/
a restraint used to slow or stop a vehicle
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
clingingverbUS /ˈklɪŋɪŋ/
-ing form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
CoranounUS /ˈkɔːrə/
(Greek mythology) daughter of Zeus and Demeter; made queen of the underworld by Pluto in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Proserpina
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
courageousadjectiveUS /kərˈeɪdʒəs/
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
demonstrateverbUS /ˈdemənstreɪt/
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
Eline
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From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
emergenciesnounUS /ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsiz/
plural of “emergency” — a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
encumberedadjectiveUS /enˈkʌmbərd/
loaded to excess or impeded by a heavy load
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
past form of “gasp” — breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
a young female
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
the act of departing
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
grippingadjectiveUS /ˈɡrɪpɪŋ/
capable of arousing and holding the attention
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
a small worthless amount
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
Kimball
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
lessenedadjectiveUS /ˈlesənd/
impaired by diminution
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
LIGHTHOUSEnounUS /ˈlaɪthaʊs/
a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
a female domestic
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
motornounUS /ˈmoʊtər/
machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
negotiateverbUS /nəˈɡoʊʃieɪt/
discuss the terms of an arrangement
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
something you have to do
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
and nothing more
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
overturnedadjectiveUS /ˈoʊvərtɜːrnd/
having been turned so that the bottom is no longer the bottom
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
perilousadjectiveUS /ˈperələs/
fraught with danger
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
be shown or be found to be
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
with speed
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
on the contrary
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
sandyadjectiveUS /ˈsændi/
of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
an elevated geological formation
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
steepadjectiveUS /stiːp/
having a sharp inclination
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Cora had done this on other occasions, and now at the sight of the overturned boat, and the figure of the girl clinging to it, there came the chance for Cora, as one of the motor girls, to prove that her ability in this direction had not lessened.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE LIGHTHOUSE MAID Jack Kimball had always said that his sister Cora only needed an opportunity to prove that she could think quickly in emergencies, and could demonstrate that she was courageous.
in or at the place that
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading Without another word Cora turned her car down a slight slope that led to the sandy beach.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading It was a perilous road, rather too steep to negotiate in a heavy car, but Cora had seen that it was encumbered with sand that would act as a brake.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Where are you going?" gasped Eline, gripping the sides of the seat until her hands ached.
