Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

a youthful male person

From this reading "Hullo," muttered the submarine boy.

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

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

possessive form of “captain” — an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading "There's a policeman on the crossing at the next corner.

traveling across

From this reading "There's a policeman on the crossing at the next corner.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

perceived or discerned

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

surpassing what is common or usual or expected

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

the side of military or naval formation

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

-ing form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

past form of “glide” — move smoothly and effortlessly

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

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

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

an expression of greeting

From this reading "Hullo," muttered the submarine boy.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

a small worthless amount

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

conformity or harmony

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

the act of departing

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

preside over

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

past form of “mutter” — talk indistinctly; usually in a low voice

From this reading "Hullo," muttered the submarine boy.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading "There's a policeman on the crossing at the next corner.

not any; not one

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

sporadically and infrequently

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

a member of a police force

From this reading "There's a policeman on the crossing at the next corner.

the back of a military formation or procession

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

do one's shopping

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

a submersible warship usually armed with torpedoes

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

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

From this reading "There's a policeman on the crossing at the next corner.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

having come into contact

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

be awake, be alert, be there

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

close enough to be walked to

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

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

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

at the time that

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading Millard, having no especial reason of his own for feeling in danger, was walking along at a moderate gait, occasionally glancing into shop windows or gazing at the people whom he passed.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading He did not look behind, so it was easy for Jack, less than half a block to the rear, and keeping close to the buildings, to follow without being detected.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading FLANK MOVEMENT AND REAR ATTACK When Jack Benson first touched the sidewalk, and the automobile glided on, leaving him in the wake of Millard, it was the young submarine captain's intention to follow his instructions to the letter.