used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading The action of the arms may be practised in or out of the water.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading The action of the arms may be practised in or out of the water.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
bathnounUS /bæθ/
a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it)
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The action of the arms may be practised in or out of the water.
for the reason that
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
the lower side of anything
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
a youthful male person
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
complicatedadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːmpləkeɪtəd/
difficult to analyze or understand
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
conveysverbUS /kənˈveɪz/
third-person singular of “convey” — (of information) make known; pass on
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
plural of “direction” — a line leading to a place or point
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
comparative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
fourteennounUS /ˈfɔːrˈtiːn/
the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
characteristic of or befitting a friend
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
indooradjectiveUS /ˈɪndɔːr/
located, suited for, or taking place within a building
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
instructverbUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌkt/
impart skills or knowledge to
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
instructionnounUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
a message describing how something is to be done
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
learntverbUS /lɜːrnt/
inflected form of “learn” — gain knowledge or skills
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading The action of the arms may be practised in or out of the water.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
not any; not one
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
novicenounUS /ˈnɑːvəs/
someone who has entered a religious order but has not taken final vows
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The action of the arms may be practised in or out of the water.
win a victory over
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
an amount of time
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
POLOnounUS /ˈpoʊloʊ/
Venetian traveler who explored Asia in the 13th century and served Kublai Khan (1254-1324)
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
practisedadjectiveUS /ˈpræktɪst/
skillful after much practice
From this reading The action of the arms may be practised in or out of the water.
railnounUS /reɪl/
a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
risksnounUS /rɪsks/
plural of “risk” — a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
ROWINGnounUS /ˈroʊɪŋ/
the act of rowing as a sport
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
shortenverbUS /ˈʃɔːrtən/
make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
swimverbUS /swɪm/
travel through water
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
SWIMMINGnounUS /ˈswɪmɪŋ/
the act of swimming
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
tepidadjectiveUS /ˈtepɪd/
moderately warm
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is no need to go into deep water, nor to run any risks in learning to swim.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
timidadjectiveUS /ˈtɪmɪd/
showing fear and lack of confidence
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
which person or people
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A friendly companion who will support his chest with one hand at first, especially if he can instruct him too, will shorten the period of learning.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading SWIMMING, ROWING, AND WATER POLO $Swimming.$--A glance at some books of instruction conveys the impression that swimming is difficult and complicated; but many boys learn in three or four days, and we know a timid boy who had much to overcome in fear of the water who learnt in fourteen without more aid than he obtained from reading directions in books.
worriedadjectiveUS /ˈwɜːrid/
afflicted with or marked by anxious uneasiness or trouble or grief
From this reading It is easier to learn in a tepid indoor bath, because the novice is not worried by having to keep himself warm, and he has the rail, a sure bottom, and the side of the bath to help him.
