used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
anatomynounUS /əˈnætəmi/
the branch of morphology that deals with the structure of animals
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
arteriesnounUS /ˈɑːrtəriz/
plural of “artery” — a blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
BEINGauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading PERIL OF BEING OUT EVENINGS.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
bonenounUS /boʊn/
rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
(used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
exercising caution or showing care or attention
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
commencingverbUS /kəˈmensɪŋ/
-ing form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
conceivedverbUS /kənˈsiːvd/
past form of “conceive” — have the idea for
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
gotten under control
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
without deviation
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
dissectverbUS /daɪˈsekt/
cut open or cut apart
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
dissectionnounUS /daɪˈsekʃən/
cutting so as to separate into pieces
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
doctor'snounUS /ˈdɑːktərz/
possessive form of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
divisible by two
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
EVENINGSnounUS /ˈiːvnɪŋz/
plural of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading PERIL OF BEING OUT EVENINGS.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
set up or found
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
internaladjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtɜːrnəl/
happening or arising or located within some limits or especially surface
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
in like or similar manner
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
plural of “limb” — one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
musclesnounUS /ˈmʌsəlz/
plural of “muscle” — one of the contractile organs of the body
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
not one, and not any
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PERIL OF BEING OUT EVENINGS.
and nothing more
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
organsnounUS /ˈɔːrɡənz/
edible viscera of a butchered animal
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading PERIL OF BEING OUT EVENINGS.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
PERILnounUS /ˈperəl/
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading PERIL OF BEING OUT EVENINGS.
platesnounUS /pleɪts/
plural of “plate” — (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
procureverbUS /proʊˈkjʊr/
get by special effort
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
purchasenounUS /ˈpɜːrtʃəs/
the acquisition of something for payment
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
referverbUS /rəˈfɜːr/
make reference to
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
possessing material wealth
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
skeletonnounUS /ˈskelətən/
something reduced to its minimal form
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
skullnounUS /skʌl/
the bony skeleton of the head of vertebrates
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
structurenounUS /ˈstrʌktʃər/
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
tendonsnounUS /ˈtendənz/
plural of “tendon” — a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
the main stem of a tree; usually covered with bark; the bole is usually the part that is commercially useful for lumber
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Directly upon commencing the study of anatomy, Rich began to feel the need of something more than the plates contained in the books.
veinsnounUS /veɪnz/
plural of “vein” — a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was some distance to go, for the study of bones, to the doctor's house, and he wanted something that he could keep in his room, and have at hand to refer to; besides, the doctor had none of the bones of the trunk--only the skull and part of the limbs.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
in the company of; together with
From this reading In these circumstances he conceived that much might be learned by a careful study and dissection of the bodies of animals in connection with the plates found in the books.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading He likewise wished to dissect and study muscles, tendons, the structure of skin, bone, veins, arteries, and internal organs, in their natural state, since for him to procure a human subject was at that time out of the question, as he was without means to purchase even a skeleton.
