Chapter X

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

gotten through environmental forces

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

in addition

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

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

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

large and heavily armoured warship

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading "Take a cigar, and light it before I let the team out.

past form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

an alloy of copper and tin and sometimes other elements; also any copper-base alloy containing other elements in place of tin

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

the particular occupation for which you are trained

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

a roll of tobacco for smoking

From this reading "Take a cigar, and light it before I let the team out.

clothing in general

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

plural of “comrade” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

(of land or fields) prepared for raising crops by plowing or fertilizing

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

having the power of driving or impelling

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

past form of “endue” — give qualities or abilities to

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

of or relating to vehicles with four wheels

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

a long fixed look

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

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

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

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

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

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

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "Take a cigar, and light it before I let the team out.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

vague or not clearly defined or stated

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

a river in Palestine that empties into the Dead Sea; John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading "Take a cigar, and light it before I let the team out.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

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

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "Take a cigar, and light it before I let the team out.

by chance

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

in accord with physical laws

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

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

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

past form of “smile” — change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

walk heavily

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

freedom from wavering or indecision; constancy of resolve or conduct

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

inflected form of “swing” — move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

carry out

From this reading "Take a cigar, and light it before I let the team out.

with taste; in a tasteful manner

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

a cooperative unit (especially in sports)

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Jimmy had certainly not cultivated it, and was, in fact, not aware that he possessed it, but his companion had already recognized it.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

in or at that place or location

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

marked by dissimilarity

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

clearly evident to the mind

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

a conveyance that transports people or objects

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

precisely as stated

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

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

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

at the time that

From this reading ELEANOR WHEELOCK Jordan was driving a spirited team along the water-front when Jimmy came up from the wharf, and he smiled when the latter swung himself up into the light, four-wheeled vehicle.

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

From this reading He was well endued physically, and, though the bronze in his face and a certain steadiness of gaze betrayed his calling, there was an indefinite but unmistakable stamp upon him which he had acquired on board the big mail-boats, and perhaps also in a greater measure from his comrades on the battleship.

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

From this reading Jimmy was dressed tastefully in his English shore-going clothes, and now looked very much unlike a yacht-hand.