used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
actionsnounUS /ˈækʃənz/
plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
afternoonsnounUS /ˌæftərˈnuːnz/
plural of “afternoon” — the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
aircraftnounUS /ˈerkræft/
a vehicle that can fly
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
any thing at all
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
on or to one side
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
move up and down repeatedly
From this reading Bob, entering the engine section, discovered Griff.
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
closingnounUS /ˈkloʊzɪŋ/
the act of closing something
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
completingadjectiveUS /kəmˈpliːtɪŋ/
acting as or providing a complement (something that completes the whole)
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading Bob, entering the engine section, discovered Griff.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
From this reading Bob, entering the engine section, discovered Griff.
a movement into or inward
From this reading Bob, entering the engine section, discovered Griff.
forty-fouradjective
being four more than forty
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
furtiveadjectiveUS /ˈfɜːrtɪv/
marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
the act of departing
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone
From this reading “Hello,” he greeted.
Griff
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From this reading Bob, entering the engine section, discovered Griff.
hastyadjectiveUS /ˈheɪsti/
excessively quick
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
HellonounUS /həˈloʊ/
an expression of greeting
From this reading “Hello,” he greeted.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
hurriedlyadverbUS /ˈhɜːridli/
in a hurried or hasty manner
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
manufacturingnounUS /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/
the act of making something (a product) from raw materials
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
musedverbUS /mjuːzd/
past form of “muse” — reflect deeply on a subject
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
notingverbUS /ˈnoʊtɪŋ/
-ing form of “note” — make mention of
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
packagenounUS /ˈpækədʒ/
a collection of things wrapped or boxed together
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
the local environment
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
go across or through
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
plantverbUS /plænt/
put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
pretendingnounUS /priˈtendɪŋ/
the act of giving a false appearance
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
cut with a saw
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
sectionnounUS /ˈsekʃən/
a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)
From this reading Bob, entering the engine section, discovered Griff.
the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
inflected form of “slip” — move stealthily
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
small or little relative to something else
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
smallishadjectiveUS /ˈsmɔːlɪʃ/
rather small
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
SquadnounUS /skwɑːd/
a smallest army unit
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
suspectsnounUS /səˈspekts/
plural of “suspect” — someone who is under suspicion
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
that's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
hard to endure
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
at the time that
From this reading Although the aircraft manufacturing plant observed a forty-four hour week, closing down on Saturday afternoons, when the three members of the Sky Squad returned, about two o’clock, they were somewhat startled to discover that their “suspects” were there.
in or at the place that
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
wrappings
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth
From this reading “So that’s where some of the smaller parts are going,” Bob concluded, pretending not to be aware that anything was wrong.
a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading The youth was surprised, “caught in the act!” mused Bob as he saw the youth, with furtive, hasty actions, completing the wrappings of a smallish package which he hurriedly slipped into his coat as he turned aside, trying to conceal his action from Bob and then, noting that he was caught, trying to pass it off as an ordinary action.
