Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

(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 The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

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

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

the season when the leaves fall from the trees

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

a flexible container with a single opening

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820)

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading Besides, he wasn't exactly the complaining sort.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

inflected form of “bear” — have

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

in a brisk manner

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

curving or bulging outward

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

coldness due to a cold environment

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

rid of obstructions

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

expressing pain or dissatisfaction of resentment

From this reading Besides, he wasn't exactly the complaining sort.

an open river valley (in a hilly area)

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

-ing form of “deliver” — deliver (a speech, oration, or idea)

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

horse of a dull brownish grey color

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading Besides, he wasn't exactly the complaining sort.

in a physically fierce manner

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

plural of “gleam” — an appearance of reflected light

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

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

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

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

From this reading Besides, he wasn't exactly the complaining sort.

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

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

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

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

past form of “howl” — emit long loud cries

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

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

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

property that is leased or rented out or let

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

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

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

most important element

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

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

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

squeeze tightly between the fingers

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

above and across; more than

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

very light colored; highly diluted with white

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

plural of “patch” — a small contrasting part of something

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

plural of “pocket” — a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

most quickly

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

on the contrary

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

showing signs of wear and tear

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

continuously varying

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

inflected form of “sling” — hurl as if with a sling

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Besides, he wasn't exactly the complaining sort.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

plural of “tatter” — a small piece of cloth or paper

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

feeling or showing gratitude

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

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

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

push forcefully

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

past form of “tinge” — affect as in thought or feeling

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

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

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

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

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

commonly the lowest molding at the base of a column

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

(usually in the plural) a garment extending from the waist to the knee or ankle, covering each leg separately

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

exhibiting the qualities or characteristics that identify a group or kind or category

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

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

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

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

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

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

From this reading Besides, he wasn't exactly the complaining sort.

(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 The cold look of that sunset was well borne out by a keen nip in the air, but Dale was too thankful to have it clear at all to complain.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

in or at the place that

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture

From this reading Turning up the collar of a rather shabby coat, he thrust both hands deep into his trousers' pockets and hurried whistling along, bent on delivering his papers in the quickest possible time.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc

From this reading THE LIVE WIRE Dale Tompkins slung the bulging bag of papers over one shoulder, and, turning away from the news-stand, walked briskly down the main street of Hillsgrove.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk

From this reading The rain had ceased, and the wind that had howled fiercely all day long was shifting into the west, where it tore to tatters the banks of dun gray clouds, letting through gleams and patches of cold blue sky tinged with the pale, chill yellow of a typical autumn sunset.