Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

at or in the front

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

(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 He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

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

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

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

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

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From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

make more intense, stronger, or more marked

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

not to your liking

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

a longing for something better than the present situation

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

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

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

communicated in words

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

a shape that spreads outward

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

inflected form of “fly” — travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

a group of followers or enthusiasts

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

annoyed and irritable

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

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

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

in a hurried or hasty manner

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

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

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

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

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

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

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

an instinctive motive

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

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

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

disinclined to work or exertion

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

easily irritated or annoyed

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

and nothing more

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

not any; not one

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

the middle of the day

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

usually large hard-shelled seed

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

many times at short intervals

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

United States saxophonist and leader of the bop style of jazz (1920-1955)

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

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

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

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

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

participate in games or sport

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

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

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

-ing form of “relieve” — provide physical relief, as from pain

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

an educational institution

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

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

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

superlative of “slight” — (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with “a”) at least some

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

dependable

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

plural of “tendency” — an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

an inexperienced person (especially someone inexperienced in outdoor living)

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

past form of “term” — name formally or designate with a term

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

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

From this reading ON THE GRIDIRON Ranny Phelps left the school building that afternoon in a distinctly disagreeable mood.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

in or at that place or location

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

the process of using your mind to consider something carefully

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

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

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

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

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

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

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

an act that exploits or victimizes someone (treats them unfairly)

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

in a vague way

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

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

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

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

From this reading He had been feeling vaguely irritable all day, but since noon there had developed grouchy tendencies, as Court Parker termed them, and he was ready to flare up at the slightest provocation.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.

past form of “yield” — be the cause or source of

From this reading The blow-up, instead of relieving pressure, as such things often do, seemed to deepen Phelps's discontent, and seeing Ward on the walk just ahead of him, he yielded to a sudden impulse and hastily caught up with him.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

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From this reading "Look here, Sherm," he began hastily, "you're not really thinking of--of--using that nut Tompkins, are you?"

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading On the way down-stairs he had flown out at Harry Vedder, one of his particular followers, for no other reason than that the stout youth expressed an indolent conviction that the new tenderfoot could play football better than he could drill, and that he would probably show up on the field.