used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
united by being of the same opinion
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
(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 Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
amidprepositionUS /əˈmɪd/
in the middle of; surrounded by
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820)
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
bunchnounUS /bʌntʃ/
a grouping of a number of similar things
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
seemingly without interruption
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
decksnounUS /deks/
plural of “deck” — any of various platforms built into a vessel
From this reading Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
forsaken by owner or inhabitants
From this reading Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
past form of “disappear” — get lost, as without warning or explanation
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
drearyadjectiveUS /ˈdrɪri/
lacking in liveliness or charm or surprise
From this reading Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
driftingnounUS /ˈdrɪftɪŋ/
aimless wandering from place to place
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
having the power of driving or impelling
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
EarlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
fognounUS /fɑːɡ/
droplets of water vapor suspended in the air near the ground
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
fragrantadjectiveUS /ˈfreɪɡrənt/
pleasant-smelling
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
FrancesnounUS /ˈfrænsɪs/
plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
Granville
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space
From this reading Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
jellynounUS /ˈdʒeli/
an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
go away from a place
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
liliesnounUS /ˈlɪliz/
plural of “lily” — any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
low-hanging
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
ManornounUS /ˈmænər/
the mansion of a lord or wealthy person
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
MAROONEDadjectiveUS /mərˈuːnd/
cut off or left behind
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
MaxnounUS /mæks/
street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
Max'snounUS /ˈmæksɪz/
possessive form of “max” — street names for gamma hydroxybutyrate
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
a form of address for a man
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
not any; not one
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
under a moral obligation to do something
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
and nothing more
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
PagetnounUS /ˈpædʒət/
English pathologist who discovered the cause of trichinosis (1814-1899)
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
passengersnounUS /ˈpæsəndʒərz/
plural of “passenger” — a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
From this reading Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
piernounUS /pɪr/
a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
prophesiedverbUS /ˈprɑːfəsaɪd/
inflected form of “prophesy” — predict or reveal through, or as if through, divine inspiration
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
recipenounUS /ˈresəpi/
directions for making something
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
ROGER
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
cut with a saw
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
sheetsnounUS /ʃiːts/
plural of “sheet” — any broad thin expanse or surface
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
steamernounUS /ˈstiːmər/
a clam that is usually steamed in the shell
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
not in physical motion
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
behave violently, as if in state of a great anger
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
express a supposition
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
TuesdaynounUS /ˈtuːzdi/
the third day of the week; the second working day
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
VillanounUS /ˈvɪlə/
Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "I suppose Mr. Max is on board for he was obliged to go," observed Frances, as the steamer disappeared in low-hanging banks of fog drifting continually nearer shore.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Her decks looked dreary and deserted, for all the passengers were inside.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
which person or people
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading ROGER THE MAROONED No word came from the Manor the next day, only a big bunch of fragrant lilies for Win and some jelly of which Paget alone knew the secret recipe.
an affirmative
From this reading "Yes," agreed Win, who was dressed and about, though still looking ill.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Early Tuesday morning Max's prophesied storm arrived in earnest and the young people at Rose Villa saw the Granville boat leave her pier amid sheets of driving rain.
