Chapter XII

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

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

(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 It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

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

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

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

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

take into custody

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

plural of “arrest” — the act of apprehending (especially apprehending a criminal)

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the power or right to give orders or make decisions

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

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

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

the use of brief expressions

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

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

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

plural of “cent” — a fractional monetary unit of several countries

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

brought together in one place

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

a small house with a single story

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

provide with a covering or cause to be covered

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

an interval during which a recurring sequence of events occurs

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

a female human offspring

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

plural of “dollar” — the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

divisible by two

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

to an exceptional degree

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

to certain extent or degree

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

a fixed charge for a privilege or for professional services

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

plural of “fee” — a fixed charge for a privilege or for professional services

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

plural of “fine” — money extracted as a penalty

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

set up or found

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

usually; as a rule

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

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

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

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

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

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

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

meat cut from the thigh of a hog (usually smoked)

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

Irish mathematician (1806-1865)

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

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

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

vigorously energetic or forceful

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

plural of “highway” — a major road for any form of motor transport

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

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

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

a New York river; flows southward into New York Bay; explored by Henry Hudson early in the 17th century

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

moving with great haste

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

of great significance or value

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

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

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

of a yellowish brown color

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

producing a sizeable profit

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

powerfully or vigorously

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

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

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

used to form the superlative

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

a form of address for a man

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

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

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

clean or organized

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the time of day immediately following sunset

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

held or filled or in use

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

above and across; more than

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

a detachment used for security or reconnaissance

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

a human being

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

yielding material gain or profit

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

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

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

-ing form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

a partly sheltered anchorage

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

get by special effort

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

plural of “speeder” — a driver who exceeds the safe speed limit

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

a quantity of money

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

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

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

-ing form of “tour” — make a tour of a certain place

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

(usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

being five more than twenty

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences

From this reading It had been a good night for speeders, and "Ham" Griggs was mightily pleased with himself; an even ten arrests he had made, the fines had all been paid, and the neat sum of twenty-five dollars in fees reposed in a trousers pocket of his khaki uniform.

fixed and absolute and without contingency

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

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

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Since the roads were exceptionally good, and since Constable Griggs received a fee of two dollars and fifty cents for each arrest resulting in a collected fine, he found the office fairly lucrative during the touring months.

at the time that

From this reading His police equipment was a high-powered motor cycle, and his most profitable hours of patrol duty were between nightfall and a little past twelve, when automobilists were hurrying over the highways, probably feeling more secure in their breach of law under cover of darkness.

which person or people

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

belonging to which person

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

a man whose wife is dead especially one who has not remarried

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.

curved or curving in and out

From this reading "WIGGLY" PRICE The local police authority in the village of Ardmore was vested in the person of Mr. Hamilton Griggs, who held the office of constable, and whose most important duty was the enforcement of the municipality's automobile laws.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Constable Griggs--generally called "Ham" by way of brevity--was a widower and occupied with his daughter a neat, green-shuttered cottage on Hudson Street.