Chapter XVIII · Chapter 18

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

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

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

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

a line of approach

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

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

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading He rang the door bell furiously.

a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

the two together, not just one

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

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

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

past form of “cheer” — give encouragement to

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

make overcast or cloudy

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

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

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading He rang the door bell furiously.

remove the dust from

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

with enthusiasm; in an enthusiastic manner

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

(of the elements) in a wild and stormy manner

From this reading He rang the door bell furiously.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

rock fragments and pebbles

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

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

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

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

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

making a strong or vivid impression

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

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

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

be a lodger; stay temporarily

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

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

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

above and across; more than

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

a structure attached to the exterior of a building often forming a covered entrance

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

compacted by ironing

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

inflected form of “ring” — sound loudly and sonorously

From this reading He rang the door bell furiously.

with speed

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

done under pressure

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

plural of “shout” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

with one side forward or to the front

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

move hurridly

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

having a supporting base

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

plural of “stone” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

past form of “subside” — wear off or die down

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

sweep across or over

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

possessing sweep

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

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

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

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

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

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

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

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

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading He disappeared from their view before their shouts subsided, and rushed up the avenue.

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

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

toward the west

From this reading Meldon rode rapidly westwards out of the town, in the direction of Ballymoy House.

the act of rotating in a circle or spiral

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.

which person or people

From this reading He swept round the sharp corner and through the entrance gate at high speed, leaning over sideways at so impressive an angle that the six Callaghan children, who were standing in the porch of the gate lodge, cheered enthusiastically.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He reached the gravel sweep in front of the house, pressed on both brakes with all his force, brought the bicycle to an abrupt standstill, and dismounted amid a whirling cloud of dust and small stones.