Chapter XXII

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

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

later than; following

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

a silvery ductile metallic element found primarily in bauxite

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

a mixture of nectar and pollen prepared by worker bees and fed to larvae

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

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

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

a feeling of craving something

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

a state in southwestern United States; site of the Grand Canyon

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

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

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

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

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

the protruding part of the lower jaw

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

-ing form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

gotten under control

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

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

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

informal or slang terms for mentally irregular

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

plural of “cup” — a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

greatly pleasing or entertaining

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

plural of “desert” — arid land with little or no vegetation

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

characterized by great determination

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

having made preparations

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

conceived of or imagined or hoped for

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

opinion or judgment

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

a social unit living together

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

a boy or man

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

set up or found

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

having the deep slightly brownish color of gold

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

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

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

a positive motivational influence

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

a message received and understood

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

a small worthless amount

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

press tightly together or cram

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

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

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

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

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

not any; not one

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

plural of “odor” — any property detected by the olfactory system

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

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

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

and nothing more

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

above and across; more than

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

showing possibility of achievement or excellence

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

in an unfortunate way

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

express in words

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

a disassembled barrel; the parts packed for storage or shipment

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

(Old Testament) the 2nd son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

travel by means of steam power

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

past form of “tempt” — dispose or incline or entice to

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

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

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

interact in a certain way

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading Jack felt sorry for him, especially since he had learned about his family; and was determined to do what he could so as to get Simeon off, should his information prove of any value to their cause.

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

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

wanting in physical strength

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading Jack offered some to their prisoner, but the man sadly shook his head, as if to say he had no appetite whatever.

at the time that

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

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

From this reading OVER ARIZONA DESERTS Perk must have dreamed about that hot coffee treat he had been promising himself, for when Jack opened his eyes he found his comrade already watching the bubbling pot, from which delightful odors were commencing to escape in the way of steam.

in the company of; together with

From this reading They enjoyed quite a decent little breakfast, what with the ambrosia contained in their aluminum cups together with some crackers and jam, after the crisp bacon had been disposed of.

not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

From this reading He was not a bad looking fellow, only with a weak sort of chin, and evidently built along a line that could be easily tempted to go wrong if the inducement were only gilded enough.