Chapter XXXI · A Gift from the Dead

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

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

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

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

an upper floor projecting from the rear over the main floor in an auditorium

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

a strong flame that burns brightly

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

treated by heating to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

remove the dust from

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

housing that someone is living in

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

a social unit living together

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

a conspicuous disparity or difference as between two figures

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

an alert and refreshed state

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

in a harsh or unkind manner

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

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

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

plural of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

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

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

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

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

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

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

the force of workers available

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

held or filled or in use

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

above and across; more than

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

plural of “pine” — a coniferous tree

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

being or dressed in clothes that are worn or torn

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

plural of “sidewalk” — walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

a sailing vessel with a single mast set about one third of the boat's length aft of the bow

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

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

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading On the other hand, a blaze of crimson burned above the crest of a hill and the ragged pines stood out harshly sharp against the glow.

bend one's back forward from the waist on down

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

past form of “straggle” — wander from a direct or straight course

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

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

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

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

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

displeasing to the senses

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed)

From this reading Jimmy and his companions sat on the balcony formed by the flat roof of the veranda in front of Jaques’ store.

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

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats

From this reading Beyond the ugly, square-fronted buildings that straggled down to the wharf, the water lay shining in the evening light, and through a gap the sloop showed up distinctly, riding in the harbor mouth.

during the time that

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading It was a fine evening and a light breeze stirred the dust in the streets of the wooden town.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Work was over for the day, and groups of men lounged in chairs on the sidewalks outside the hotels, while here and there a citizen and his family occupied the stoop of his dwelling.