used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
on a ship, train, plane or other vehicle
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
(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 With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
apparatusnounUS /ˌæpərˈætəs/
equipment designed to serve a specific function
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
for the reason that
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
destroyersnounUS /dɪˈstrɔɪərz/
plural of “destroyer” — a small fast lightly armored but heavily armed warship
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
true confidential information
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
zealous in devotion or affection
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
disasternounUS /dɪˈzæstər/
a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
discreditverbUS /dɪˈskredət/
cause to be distrusted or disbelieved
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
discussedverbUS /dɪˈskʌst/
past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
effectivelyadverbUS /ɪˈfektɪvli/
in an effective manner
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
EvansnounUS /ˈevənz/
United States anatomist who identified four pituitary hormones and discovered vitamin E (1882-1971)
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
opinion or judgment
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
the act of departing
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
groupsnounUS /ɡruːps/
plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals)
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
instrumentnounUS /ˈɪnstrəmənt/
a device that requires skill for proper use
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
the month following June and preceding August
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
the month following May and preceding July
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
lapseverbUS /læps/
pass into a specified state or condition
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
liberaladjectiveUS /ˈlɪbɜːrəl/
showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
Mortimer's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
navynounUS /ˈneɪvi/
an organization of military vessels belonging to a country and available for sea warfare
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
absolutely essential
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
operatorsnounUS /ˈɑːpəreɪtərz/
plural of “operator” — (mathematics) a symbol or function representing a mathematical operation
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
possibilitiesnounUS /ˌpɑːsəˈbɪlətiz/
plural of “possibility” — a future prospect or potential
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
the possibility of future success
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
radio-compass
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
Rich'snounUS /ˈrɪtʃɪz/
possessive form of “rich” — people who have possessions and wealth (considered as a group)
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
have in common
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
SheridannounUS /ˈʃerɪdən/
Irish playwright remembered for his satirical comedies of manners (1751-1816)
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
not in physical motion
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
subsnounUS /sʌbz/
plural of “sub” — a large sandwich made of a long crusty roll split lengthwise and filled with meats and cheese (and tomato and onion and lettuce and condiments); different names are used in different sections of the United States
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
subsequentadjectiveUS /ˈsʌbsəkwənt/
following in time or order
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
an exchange of ideas via conversation
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE HUNT During June and July, Evans devoted a liberal share of his attention to the radio-compass problem.
the act of testing something
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
untoldadjectiveUS /ənˈtoʊld/
too much to be measured
From this reading A slight lapse might cause this instrument of untold possibilities to be lost to the navy because of the _Sheridan_ disaster and Rich’s subsequent effort to discredit the apparatus in Mortimer’s eyes.
an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He felt that the apparatus was still on trial.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading With the former he discussed all details of operation; with the latter, the prospect of using it effectively in the search for subs; in talking to both groups he made sure that they understood what was necessary for all hands to know.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Going frequently aboard the destroyers, he looked over the apparatus and talked with both the operators and the officers.
