used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SNATCH AT TIME'S FORELOCK.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
annoyancenounUS /əˈnɔɪəns/
the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A SNATCH AT TIME'S FORELOCK.
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
breakfast-table
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
an occurrence of something
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
chatverbUS /tʃæt/
talk socially without exchanging too much information
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
containingverbUS /kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
day-dreams
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
definiteadjectiveUS /ˈdefənət/
precise; explicit and clearly defined
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
diamondnounUS /ˈdaɪmənd/
a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
having the place or position changed
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
plural of “dream” — a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
embarrassedadjectiveUS /ɪmˈberəst/
feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
exhilaratingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/
making lively and cheerful
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
Fenie
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
FORELOCKnoun
a lock of hair growing (or falling) over the forehead
From this reading A SNATCH AT TIME'S FORELOCK.
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
a fortified military post where troops are stationed
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
fractionnounUS /ˈfrækʃən/
a component of a mixture that has been separated by a fractional process
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
furtiveadjectiveUS /ˈfɜːrtɪv/
marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
happiestadjectiveUS /ˈhæpiəst/
superlative of “happy” — enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
annoy continually or chronically
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
lumbernounUS /ˈlʌmbər/
the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
NorfolknounUS /ˈnɔːrfək/
port city located in southeastern Virginia on the Elizabeth River at the mouth of Chesapeake Bay; headquarters of the Atlantic fleet of the United States Navy
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
on one occasion
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
preferablyadverbUS /ˈprefərəbli/
more readily or willingly
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
presentationnounUS /ˌprezənˈteɪʃən/
the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward)
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
sound loudly and sonorously
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
roguishadjective
playful in an appealingly bold way
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
SNATCHverbUS /snætʃ/
to grasp hastily or eagerly
From this reading A SNATCH AT TIME'S FORELOCK.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
TIME'SnounUS /taɪmz/
possessive form of “time” — an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading A SNATCH AT TIME'S FORELOCK.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
trainingnounUS /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
activity leading to skilled behavior
From this reading Nevertheless, he did not forget his business duties or his business training.
Trewman
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
Trixy
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
troublingadjectiveUS /ˈtrʌbəlɪŋ/
causing distress or worry or anxiety
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
the cognitive condition of someone who understands
From this reading Besides, now seemed the proper time to come to a definite understanding with Fenie--an understanding of the kind frequently completed by the presentation of a ring containing a stone, preferably a diamond.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
VirginianounUS /vərˈdʒɪnjə/
a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The lumber case at Norfolk had disturbed his dreams at night, and was now troubling his day-dreams; the best way to avoid any more annoyance was to hurry over to Norfolk and settle the business at once.
at the time that
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
Damaged or thinned by continuous use.
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
but in spite of that
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading Between the exhilarating effects of the breakfast-table chat with Fenie, and the furtive, embarrassed, yet roguish look which Fenie had worn for a fraction of a second, when Trixy had made her unexpected remark in the fort about marriage, Harry Trewman was the happiest youth in the State of Virginia.
