Chapter XXVII · Chapter 27

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

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

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

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

projectiles to be fired from a gun

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

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

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

large but transportable armament

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

the power or right to give orders or make decisions

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

group of guns or missile launchers operated together at one place

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

past form of “bestow” — present

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

quick and energetic

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

metal shackles; for hands or legs

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

a person who is in charge

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

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

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

past form of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

third-person singular of “deepen” — make more intense, stronger, or more marked

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

a conversation between two persons

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

doubt about someone's honesty

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

plural of “draw” — a gully that is shallower than a ravine

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

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

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

divisible by two

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

marked by continuous change or effective action

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

more than is needed, desired, or required

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

the muscle tone of healthy tissue

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

a woman of refinement

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

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

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

unpleasantly stern

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

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

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

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

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

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

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

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

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

sing with closed lips

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

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

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

roused to anger

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

a particular point in time

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

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

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

used to form the superlative

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

not any; not one

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

plural of “proof” — any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

accomplished rapidly and without delay

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

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

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

a facility where things can be deposited for storage or safekeeping

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

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

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

plural of “rope” — a strong line

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

someone who leads a wandering unsettled life

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

be bright by reflecting or casting light

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

transport commercially

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

the sensation that results when olfactory receptors in the nose are stimulated by particular chemicals in gaseous form

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

not in physical motion

From this reading Still the quick and ever-changing glance of the Rover could detect no reason to distrust the firmness of his people.

lower in rank or importance

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

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

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

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

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

urgently needed; absolutely necessary

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading “For he made me mad, To see him shine so brisk, and smell so sweet, And talk so like a waiting gentlewoman.”

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

From this reading _King Henry IV_ The moment was now one of high and earnest excitement.

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

From this reading The voice of the harsh master had ceased to inquire into the state of those several ropes and chains that were deemed vital to the safety of the vessel; each chief of a battery had assured and re-assured himself that his artillery was ready for instant, and the most effective, service; extra ammunition had already issued from its dark and secret repository; and even the hum of dialogue had ceased, in the more engrossing and all-absorbing interest of the scene.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

which person or people

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.

in a worthy manner; with worthiness

From this reading Each individual, who was charged with a portion of the subordinate authority of the ship, had examined into the state of his command, with that engrossing care which always deepens as responsibility draws nigher to the proofs of its being worthily bestowed.