Chapter IX

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

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a defendant in a criminal proceeding

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

further or added

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

in the past

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

(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 First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

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

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

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

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

in a state of sleep

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

past form of “belong” — be owned by; be in the possession of

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a youthful male person

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

the act of encamping and living in tents in a camp

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

in a cheerful manner

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

plural of “chum” — a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

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

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading Landy Smith was a cousin of George Robbins.

marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

contemptuous laughter

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

your usual mood

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

move deeply

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

inflected form of “dub” — give a nickname to

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

having an (over)abundance of flesh

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)

From this reading Landy Smith was a cousin of George Robbins.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

the act of acquiring something

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

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

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

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

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

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

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

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

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

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

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

a tight cluster of people or things

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

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

From this reading Landy Smith was a cousin of George Robbins.

tall and thin and having long slender limbs

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

staying power

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

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

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

weight to be borne or conveyed

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

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 First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a pair of people who live together

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

of an obscure nature

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

a city in northeastern France in Lorraine

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

inflected form of “nut” — gather nuts

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

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

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a detachment used for security or reconnaissance

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

have amorous affairs; of men

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

participate in games or sport

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

cause to move by pulling

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

on the contrary

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

thrown into a state of agitated confusion; (“rattled” is an informal term)

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

past form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

-ing form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

United States choreographer who brought human emotion to classical ballet and spirited reality to Broadway musicals (1918-1998)

From this reading Landy Smith was a cousin of George Robbins.

a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

ludicrous, foolish

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

Rhodesian statesman who declared independence of Zimbabwe from Great Britain (born in 1919)

From this reading Landy Smith was a cousin of George Robbins.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

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

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

not in physical motion

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

comparative of “tall” — great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading First of all there was a lanky boy who long ago in a spirit of derision had been dubbed "Lil Artha" by his Comrades; and although he stood fully a head taller than any of his intimate chums, he still answered cheerfully to this silly name.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

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

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a special situation

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

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

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

plural of “trick” — a cunning or deceitful action or device

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a source of difficulty

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

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

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

migratory

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

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

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

a flaw or weak point

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

(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 Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

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

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Arthur Stansbury was a good scout, and well liked, though at critical times he showed a disposition to get what boys call "rattled," and on more than one occasion this weakness had resulted in his getting those long legs of his twisted in a knot, resulting in trouble all around.

at any time that; every time that

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

during the time that

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.

which person or people

From this reading THE CAMPING OUT EXPEDITION THIS time there was a load for Nancy to pull, since besides the five scouts who had made the nutting trip three additional fellows were along.

any of various predatory carnivorous canine mammals of North America and Eurasia that usually hunt in packs

From this reading Philander was rather fat, belonged to the Wolf Patrol, and had been known to walk in his sleep, so that often the others, whenever any mysterious thing happened in camp at nighttime, accused Landy of doing it while under the influence of this strange wandering spirit, that made him get up while asleep, to play tricks, and disturb his mates.