Chapter XIII · Chapter 13

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

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

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

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

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

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

completely happy and contented

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

an event resulting in great loss and misfortune

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

an officer in command of a military unit

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

someone who is a detective

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

possessive form of “dick” — someone who is a detective

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

plural of “dispatch” — an official report (usually sent in haste)

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

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From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

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

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

possessive form of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

a feeling of excitement

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

every person

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

apart from; not including

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

set up or found

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading The newspapers were full of the story.

unflinching in battle or action

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

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

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

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

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

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

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

the lack of knowledge or education

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

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

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

a message received and understood

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

most important element

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

in a narrow manner; not allowing for exceptions

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

absolutely essential

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

information about recent and important events

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading The newspapers were full of the story.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

inflected form of “overtake” — catch up with and possibly overtake

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading The newspapers were full of the story.

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

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

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

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

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

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading It had in it the picturesque elements that touch the public imagination and arouse enthusiasm.

verbal misrepresentation intended to take advantage of you in some way

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

past form of “volunteer” — tell voluntarily

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

plural of “volunteer” — (military) a person who freely enlists for service

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

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

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.

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

From this reading The newspapers were full of the story.

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

From this reading DICK'S HEROISM Everybody in the country heard of Dick Swinton's death and the way in which he died--except Dora Dundas.

which person or people

From this reading It appeared, from the narrative of a man who narrowly escaped death--one of the gallant band of three who volunteered to penetrate the enemy's lines and carry dispatches--that General Stone, who for days was cut off from the main body of the army, found it absolutely necessary to call for volunteers to carry information and plans to the commander in the field.

inflected form of “withhold” — hold back; refuse to hand over or share

From this reading The news was withheld from her by trickery; and she went on in blissful ignorance of the calamity that had overtaken her.