Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

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

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

a structure or object that impedes free movement

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

an open horse-drawn carriage with four wheels; has a seat attached to a flexible board between the two axles

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

United States songwriter (1899-1981)

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

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

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

a path over which electrical signals can pass

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

driven insane

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

past form of “detain” — deprive of freedom; take into confinement

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

the act of discovering something

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

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

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

let fall to the ground

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

a group of animals (a herd or flock) moving together

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

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

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

being one more than seven

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

plural of “elder” — a person who is older than you are

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

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

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

an instance of questioning

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

apart from; not including

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

the act of someone who fishes as a diversion

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

set up or found

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

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

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

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

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

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

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

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

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

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

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

past form of “interview” — conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

plural of “lake” — a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

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

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

possessive form of “nash” — United States writer noted for his droll epigrams (1902-1971)

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

a brief written record

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

according to the clock

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

and nothing more

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

plural of “pedestrian” — a person who travels by foot

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

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

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

English literary critic who collaborated with C. K. Ogden and contributed to the development of Basic English (1893-1979)

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

of superior grade

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

for a short time

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

the act of firing a projectile

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

a woman's close-fitting foundation garment

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

past form of “stroll” — walk leisurely and with no apparent aim

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

past form of “summon” — call in an official matter, such as to attend court

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

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

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

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

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

desired or wished for or sought

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

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

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

clean by virtue of having been washed in water

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Doctor Summoned to the Select Encampment--Newcome Interviewed--Nash's Discovery--His Venture--Drop the Handkerchief--The Dominie's Indignation--The Pedestrians Detained--The Doctor Stays--A Trip to the Lakes--Conversation on the Way--The Richards--Fishing--Songs--The Barrier in the Channel--Nash's Dead Body Found--His Crazed Sister Comes to Bridesdale.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading The subject of the enquiry went forward, and found that he was wanted at the Select Encampment, for a man who had shot himself.

at the time that

From this reading It was only eight o'clock when the elders finished their breakfast, and the children prepared to succeed them.

which person or people

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

produce a literary work

From this reading All the party, except Mrs. Carruthers and Mrs. Carmichael, who had domestic duties before them, and Miss Du Plessis, who had her note to write, strolled out into the garden in groups.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading Shortly, a buckboard drove up to the gate, and its occupant, a washed out looking youth, enquired if the doctor was there, Dr. Halbert.