used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
alcovenounUS /ˈælkoʊv/
a small recess opening off a larger room
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
angryadjectiveUS /ˈæŋɡri/
feeling or showing anger
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
on or to one side
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
next to; at the side of
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
marked by strong resentment or cynicism
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
blazenounUS /bleɪz/
a strong flame that burns brightly
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
brilliancynoun
a quality that outshines the usual
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
choicestadjectiveUS /ˈtʃɔɪsəst/
superlative of “choice” — of superior grade
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
chokingadjectiveUS /ˈtʃoʊ.kɪŋ/
Causing difficulty in breathing.
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
something that provides access (to get in or get out)
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
plural of “fire” — the event of something burning (often destructive)
From this reading STUMPY FIRES THE MAGAZINE.
A hot glowing body of ignited gas produced by fire.
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
floggingnounUS /ˈflɑːɡɪŋ/
beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
frenziedlyadverb
in a frenzied manner
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
gemsnounUS /dʒemz/
plural of “gem” — art highly prized for its beauty or perfection
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
giant'snounUS /ˈdʒaɪənts/
possessive form of “giant” — any creature of exceptional size
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
(of animals) fully developed
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
incipientadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈsɪpiənt/
only partly in existence; imperfectly formed
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
made greater in size or amount or degree
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
MAGAZINEnounUS /ˈmæɡəziːn/
a periodic publication containing pictures and stories and articles of interest to those who purchase it or subscribe to it
From this reading STUMPY FIRES THE MAGAZINE.
MilonounUS /ˈmaɪloʊ/
small drought-resistant sorghums having large yellow or whitish grains
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
Milo's
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From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
moaningverbUS /ˈmoʊnɪŋ/
-ing form of “moan” — indicate pain, discomfort, or displeasure
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
used of mouth or eyes
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
Pascherette
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From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
powdernounUS /ˈpaʊdər/
a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
powder-kegs
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From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
resentmentnounUS /rɪˈzentmənt/
a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
plural of “slave” — a person who is owned by someone
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
smolderingadjectiveUS /ˈsmoʊldərɪŋ/
showing scarcely suppressed anger
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
sobverbUS /sɑːb/
weep convulsively
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
past form of “sound” — appear in a certain way
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
sparknounUS /spɑːrk/
a momentary flash of light
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
STUMPYadjective
short and thick; as e.g. having short legs and heavy musculature
From this reading STUMPY FIRES THE MAGAZINE.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
tapestrynounUS /ˈtæpəstri/
something that resembles a tapestry in its intricacy
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading STUMPY FIRES THE MAGAZINE.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Little Pascherette had ceased moaning, but from time to time a choking sob sounded from her alcove that increased the hard brilliancy of the light in Milo's eyes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need
From this reading In the giant's troubled face the smoldering spark of resentment had grown to an incipient blaze that required but a breath to burst into angry flame.
unremittingadjectiveUS /ˌʌnrɪˈmɪtɪŋ/
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
in the company of; together with
From this reading One great chest was filled with the choicest of the gems in the powder store; it was set aside in the entrance beside the tapestry, and another box was opened before the powder-kegs.
past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Milo and his slaves worked frenziedly at their task, his suddenly bitter spirit flogging them to unremitting haste.
