used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
accentingnounUS /ˈæksentɪŋ/
the act of giving special importance or significance to something
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
from one side of something to the other
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Mere conversation yielded to an industrious silence.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
apronnounUS /ˈeɪprən/
a garment of cloth or leather or plastic that is tied about the waist and worn to protect your clothing
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
concoctionnounUS /kənˈkɑːkʃən/
any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
consternationnounUS /ˌkɑːnstərˈneɪʃən/
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
contemplationnounUS /ˌkɑːntəmˈpleɪʃən/
a long and thoughtful observation
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
very opposed in nature or character or purpose
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading Mere conversation yielded to an industrious silence.
prepare a hot meal
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
the appearance conveyed by a person's face
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
dirtyadjectiveUS /ˈdɜːrti/
soiled or likely to soil with dirt or grime
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
dishnounUS /dɪʃ/
a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
inflected form of “drink” — take in liquids
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
dyspepsianoun
a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
inflected form of “eat” — take in solid food
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
eggsnounUS /eɡz/
oval reproductive body of a fowl (especially a hen) used as food
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
fifty-pound
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
fizzlingverbUS /ˈfɪzəlɪŋ/
-ing form of “fizzle” — end weakly
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
past form of “fold” — bend or lay so that one part covers the other
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
gnawingverbUS /ˈnɔːɪŋ/
-ing form of “gnaw” — bite or chew on with the teeth
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
groupsnounUS /ɡruːps/
plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
industriousadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdʌstriəs/
characterized by hard work and perseverance
From this reading Mere conversation yielded to an industrious silence.
interioradjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtɪriər/
situated within or suitable for inside a building
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
kettlesnounUS /ˈketəlz/
plural of “kettle” — a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
lardverbUS /lɑːrd/
prepare or cook with lard
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
liberallyadverbUS /ˈlɪbɜːrəliː/
freely in a nonliteral manner
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
a feeling of thoughtful sadness
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
involving the mind or an intellectual process
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
being nothing more than specified
From this reading Mere conversation yielded to an industrious silence.
consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
pailsnounUS /peɪlz/
plural of “pail” — a roughly cylindrical vessel that is open at the top
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
ravagedadjectiveUS /ˈrævɪdʒd/
having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
reservationnounUS /ˌrezərˈveɪʃən/
a district that is reserved for particular purpose
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
no longer active in your work or profession
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
rotunditynoun
the roundness of a 3-dimensional object
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
in an unfortunate way
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.
From this reading Mere conversation yielded to an industrious silence.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
sodanounUS /ˈsoʊdə/
a sodium salt of carbonic acid; used in making soap powders and glass and paper
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
sourcesnounUS /ˈsɔːrsəz/
plural of “source” — the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
squatverbUS /skwɑːt/
sit on one's heels
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
substantials
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From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
surveyedverbUS /sərˈveɪd/
past form of “survey” — consider in a comprehensive way
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
in or at that place or location
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading From the open fifty-pound lard pails and kettles they helped themselves liberally; then retired to squat in little groups here and there near the sources of supply.
vinegarnounUS /ˈvɪnəɡər/
sour-tasting liquid produced usually by oxidation of the alcohol in wine or cider and used as a condiment or food preservative
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His rotundity to the contrary notwithstanding, he was ravaged by a gnawing dyspepsia, and the sight of six eggs eaten as a side dish to substantials carried consternation to his interior.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading After some moments of contemplation he mixed a fizzling concoction of vinegar and soda, which he drank.
a Caucasian
From this reading Sadly the cook surveyed the scene, his arms folded across the dirty white apron, an immense mental reservation accenting the melancholy of his countenance.
yieldedverbUS /ˈjiːldɪd/
past form of “yield” — be the cause or source of
From this reading Mere conversation yielded to an industrious silence.
