used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
adoptedadjectiveUS /əˈdɑːptɪd/
acquired as your own by free choice
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading And this man was neither the one nor the other.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
attractionsnounUS /əˈtrækʃənz/
plural of “attraction” — the force by which one object attracts another
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
availableadjectiveUS /əˈveɪləbəl/
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
BeaconnounUS /ˈbiːkən/
a fire (usually on a hill or tower) that can be seen from a distance
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
centnounUS /sent/
a fractional monetary unit of several countries
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
a state at a particular time
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
traveling across
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
be a farmer; work as a farmer
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
farmersnounUS /ˈfɑːrmərz/
plural of “farmer” — a person who operates a farm
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
fledglingadjectiveUS /ˈfledʒlɪŋ/
(of a young bird) having acquired its flight feathers
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
people in general (often used in the plural)
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
foresightedadjective
planning prudently for the future
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
frequentverbUS /ˈfriːkwənt/
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
an established custom
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
not in action or at work
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
improvementsnounUS /ˌɪmˈpruːvmənts/
plural of “improvement” — a change for the better; progress in development
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
investverbUS /ˌɪnˈvest/
make an investment
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading And this man was neither the one nor the other.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading And this man was neither the one nor the other.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading And this man was neither the one nor the other.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading And this man was neither the one nor the other.
peculiarlyadverbUS /pɪˈkjuːljərli/
uniquely or characteristically
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
a full supply
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
possibilitiesnounUS /ˌpɑːsəˈbɪlətiz/
plural of “possibility” — a future prospect or potential
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
profitnounUS /ˈprɑːfət/
the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses)
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
prosperousadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːspərəs/
in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
RubenounUS /ruːb/
a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
SETHnounUS /seθ/
(Old Testament) third son of Adam and Eve; given by God in place of the murdered Abel
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
a male human offspring
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
not in physical motion
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
suitedadjectiveUS /ˈsuːtɪd/
meant or adapted for an occasion or use
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
in or at that place or location
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
a special situation
From this reading For one thing there was always plenty to do at the farm.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading And this man was neither the one nor the other.
thriftyadjectiveUS /ˈθrɪfti/
careful and diligent in the use of resources
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
precisely as stated
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
visitsnounUS /ˈvɪzɪts/
plural of “visit” — the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
WASHESnounUS /ˈwɑːʃɪz/
plural of “wash” — a thin coat of water-base paint
From this reading SETH WASHES A HANDKERCHIEF Seth was not in the habit of making very frequent visits to Beacon Crossing.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
at the time that
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
a Caucasian
From this reading White River Farm was a prosperous farm, but it was still in that condition when its possibilities were not fully developed, and, like the thrifty, foresighted farmers Rube and his adopted son were, they were content to invest every available cent of profit in improvements.
which person or people
From this reading For another the attractions of the fledgling city were peculiarly suited to idle folk, or folk who had money to spend.
