Chapter XV · Chapter 15

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

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

perfect or complete or pure

From this reading Without exception everybody voted Mr. Stacey "an absolute sport."

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

(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 All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

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

From this reading Without exception everybody voted Mr. Stacey "an absolute sport."

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

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

put into a proper or systematic order

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

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From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

plural of “butterfly” — diurnal insect typically having a slender body with knobbed antennae and broad colorful wings

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

past form of “buzz” — make a buzzing sound

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

guessing game in which one player pantomimes a word or phrase for others to guess

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

go after with the intent to catch

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

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From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

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From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

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

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

several things grouped together or considered as a whole

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

an artistic form of nonverbal communication

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

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

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

divisible by two

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

plural of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

every person

From this reading Without exception everybody voted Mr. Stacey "an absolute sport."

all things; all of a situation

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

a deliberate act of omission

From this reading Without exception everybody voted Mr. Stacey "an absolute sport."

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

(theater) the space over the stage (out of view of the audience) used to store scenery (drop curtains)

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

plural of “fossil” — someone whose style is out of fashion

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

plural of “game” — a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

not easily irritated

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

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

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

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

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

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From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

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

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

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

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

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

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

plural of “joke” — a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

full of or showing high-spirited merriment

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

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

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

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

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

full of or showing high-spirited merriment

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

plural of “moth” — typically crepuscular or nocturnal insect having a stout body and feathery or hairlike antennae

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

a form of address for a man

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

above and across; more than

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

plural of “photo” — a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide or in digital format

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

participate in games or sport

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

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From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

giving satisfaction

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

plural of “sea” — a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading Without exception everybody voted Mr. Stacey "an absolute sport."

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From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

walk heavily

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

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

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

in or at that place or location

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

plural of “tip” — the extreme end of something; especially something pointed

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.

hand-operated character printer for printing written messages one character at a time

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

the act of using

From this reading He seemed to know a little about everything, and could help Bevis to arrange his stamp collection, or Clifford his moths and butterflies; he could name Roland's fossils, give Dulcie tips for the development of her photos, and teach Lilias to use the typewriter.

past form of “vote” — express one's preference for a candidate or for a measure or resolution; cast a vote

From this reading Without exception everybody voted Mr. Stacey "an absolute sport."

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

From this reading On the High Seas There was quite a merry gathering at Cheverley Chase that Christmas.

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

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

in the company of; together with

From this reading All the Ingleton children were at home, and with Cousin Clare and Mr. Stacey, they made a jolly party of nine, a satisfactory number, large enough to act charades, play round games, and even to dance in the evenings if they felt inclined.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Without exception everybody voted Mr. Stacey "an absolute sport."

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading He was so cheery and good-tempered over it, too, and so amusing, and full of fun and jokes, that the young Ingletons buzzed round him like flies round a honey-pot.