Chapter VII

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

any thing at all

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

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From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

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

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

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

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

a boy or man

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

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

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

come to pass

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

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

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

advanced in complexity or elaboration

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

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

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

plural of “jewel” — a precious or semiprecious stone incorporated into a piece of jewelry

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

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

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

and nothing more

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

evidencing the possession of inside information

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

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

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

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

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

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

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

a separate part of a whole

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

plural of “position” — the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

any member of a ship's crew

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading He was coming down just as Nathans was finishing his talk with Jim.

a discussion intended to produce an agreement

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

the act of taking something from someone unlawfully

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

in or at that place or location

From this reading In fact, there were strong talks of making him warden if anything should happen to the man now in charge.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

the act of testing something

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

(of persons) worthy of trust or confidence

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

The chief official or governor in charge of a prison institution.

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

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

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

look attentively

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.

which person or people

From this reading Hammond was a fellow who could not be trusted, but Arkwright was the soul of honor, and he had a position next to that of the warden.

in the company of; together with

From this reading They were much pleased with the work, knowing that a higher prestige was carried with the job.

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

From this reading Arkwright and his fellow detective, Hammond, for their clever piece of work in bringing the sailor to trial for the theft of the jewels, and the Farren fellow for the pawning of a stolen watch, were both given higher positions in the prison at the Island.