Chapter II

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

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

making worse

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

in addition

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

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

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

with anger

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

on or to one side

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

intending or showing kindness

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

shining intensely

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

plural of “breath” — the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

a round fastener sewn to shirts and coats etc to fit through buttonholes

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

marked by continuous change or effective action

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

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

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

a person who shows fear or timidity

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

past form of “dart” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

any of various platforms built into a vessel

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

any of numerous small pigeons

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

of or relating to the Netherlands or its people or culture

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

morally objectionable behavior

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

a man of refinement

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

destroyed or killed

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

a heavy coat worn over clothes in winter

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

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

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

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

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

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

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

completely neat and clean

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

an opaque form of quartz; red or yellow or brown or dark green in color; used for ornamentation or as a gemstone

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

used to form the superlative

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

plural of “mutineer” — someone who is openly rebellious and refuses to obey authorities (especially seamen or soldiers)

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

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From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

and nothing more

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

above and across; more than

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

move upward

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

make a low noise

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

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

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

a facial expression of dislike or displeasure

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

past form of “secure” — get by special effort

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

transport commercially

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

plural of “shoulder” — the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

fall or descend to a lower place or level

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

well-groomed and neatly tailored; especially too well-groomed

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

plural of “slipper” — low footwear that can be slipped on and off easily; usually worn indoors

From this reading He had only a greatcoat secured by a single button about his shoulders over his night-dress, and on his feet an old pair of carpet slippers.

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

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

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

having a supporting base

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

openly distrustful and unwilling to confide

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

-ing form of “sway” — move back and forth or sideways

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

increase in size, magnitude, number, or intensity

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

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

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

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

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

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

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

not expected or anticipated

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

plural of “voice” — the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading A slow silence followed on the low, suspicious rumble of voices with which the mutineers had greeted his most unexpected appearance.

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

From this reading "DUTCH COURAGE" Captain Dove had come up on deck, and was standing by the companion-hatch, drawing difficult breaths, swaying to the rise and sink of the ship on the long, slow, ceaseless swell.

past form of “wave” — signal with the hands or nod

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

which person or people

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Sallie darted a blazing glance of indignation at Jasper Slyne who, instead of helping the sick old man, seemed only bent on aggravating him with his evil tongue.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "You coward!" she cried at that immaculate gentleman, and would have gone to the old man's aid but that he angrily waved her also aside as he tottered forward, changing his scowl by the way to that sleek, benevolent smile which he could always assume at his pleasure.