used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
adequateadjectiveUS /ˈædəkwət/
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
any thing at all
From this reading His third visit proved anything but satisfactory.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
of a stringed instrument; sounded by stroking with a bow
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
of short duration or distance
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
burdenedadjectiveUS /ˈbɜːrdənd/
bearing a heavy burden of work or difficulties or responsibilities
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
bureaunounUS /ˈbjʊroʊ/
an administrative unit of government
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
ConounUS /koʊ/
an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
consumedverbUS /kənˈsuːmd/
past form of “consume” — eat up completely, as with great appetite
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
a state in which you want to learn more about something
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
curiouslyadverbUS /ˈkjʊriəsli/
in a manner differing from the usual or expected
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
edificenounUS /ˈedəfəs/
a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
Gatewood
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From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
gnawedverbUS /nɔːd/
past form of “gnaw” — bite or chew on with the teeth
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
having much knowledge or education
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
the act of departing
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
for more time
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
and nothing more
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
a form of address for a man
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
musteredverbUS /ˈmʌstərd/
past form of “muster” — gather or bring together
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
not any; not one
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
the body of people in a learned occupation
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
promotedverbUS /prəˈmoʊtɪd/
past form of “promote” — contribute to the progress or growth of
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
established beyond doubt
From this reading His third visit proved anything but satisfactory.
prowlingverbUS /ˈpraʊlɪŋ/
-ing form of “prowl” — move about in or as if in a predatory manner
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
reportedadjectiveUS /ˌriːˈpɔːrtɪd/
made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
responsibilitynounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
restlessnessnounUS /ˈrestləsnəs/
the quality of being ceaselessly moving or active
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
resultedverbUS /rɪˈzʌltɪd/
past form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
satisfactoryadjectiveUS /ˌsætəˈsfæktri/
giving satisfaction
From this reading His third visit proved anything but satisfactory.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
sicklyadjectiveUS /ˈsɪkli/
unhealthy looking
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
smilinglyadverbUS /ˈsmaɪlɪŋli/
with smiles; in a smiling manner
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
Southerland
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
statisticsnounUS /stəˈtɪstɪks/
a branch of applied mathematics concerned with the collection and interpretation of quantitative data and the use of probability theory to estimate population parameters
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
suavelyadverb
with suavity; in a suave manner
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
one of three equal parts of a divisible whole
From this reading His third visit proved anything but satisfactory.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He looked about for Miss Southerland as he was leaving, but did not see her.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
at the time that
From this reading On his second visit he mustered the adequate courage to ask for her, and experienced a curiously sickly sensation when informed that Miss Southerland was no longer employed in the bureau of statistics, having been promoted to an outside position of great responsibility.
in or at the place that
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
which person or people
From this reading His first visit resulted merely in a brief interview with Mr. Keen, who smilingly reported progress and suavely bowed him out.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Gatewood, burdened with restlessness and gnawed by curiosity, consumed a week in prowling about the edifice where Keen & Co. carried on an interesting profession.
