used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
betokened
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From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
BlossomverbUS /ˈblɑːsəm/
produce or yield flowers
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
put or send forth
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
consistverbUS /kənˈsɪst/
originate
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
containverbUS /kənˈteɪn/
include or contain; have as a component
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
recognizable; marked
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
someone who is a detective
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
Dora
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From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading It was decided that the exploring party should take the lightest of the rowboats and enough provisions to last for a week.
exploreverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
inquire into
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
EXPLORINGverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːrɪŋ/
-ing form of “explore” — inquire into
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
plural of “island” — a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
JerrynounUS /ˈdʒeri/
offensive term for a person of German descent
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
and nothing more
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
immediately past
From this reading It was decided that the exploring party should take the lightest of the rowboats and enough provisions to last for a week.
lastingadjectiveUS /ˈlæstɪŋ/
continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
the act of departing
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
lightestadjectiveUS /ˈlaɪtəst/
superlative of “light” — of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading It was decided that the exploring party should take the lightest of the rowboats and enough provisions to last for a week.
LotsnounUS /lɑːts/
a large number or amount
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
Nellie
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From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
provisionsnounUS /prəˈvɪʒənz/
a stock or supply of foods
From this reading It was decided that the exploring party should take the lightest of the rowboats and enough provisions to last for a week.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
rainyadjectiveUS /ˈreɪni/
(of weather) wet by periods of rain
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
rowboatsnounUS /ˈroʊboʊts/
plural of “rowboat” — a small boat of shallow draft with cross thwarts for seats and rowlocks for oars with which it is propelled
From this reading It was decided that the exploring party should take the lightest of the rowboats and enough provisions to last for a week.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
carry out
From this reading It was decided that the exploring party should take the lightest of the rowboats and enough provisions to last for a week.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
male cat
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading It was decided that the exploring party should take the lightest of the rowboats and enough provisions to last for a week.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Lots were cast, and by this it was decided that the exploring party should consist of Captain Blossom, Sam, and Tom, leaving Dick and old Jerry with Dora, Nellie, and Grace.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading "We can now explore the seven islands and learn just what they contain," he said.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading EXPLORING THE SEVEN ISLANDS Another rainy spell, lasting three days, followed, but after that the sky cleared in a fashion which Captain Blossom thought betokened good weather for some time to come.
which person or people
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The question now arose as to who should go along and who should stay at home with the girls.
