Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

later than; following

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

(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 was beginning to disclaim all liability, when Siggers stopped him.

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

aroused to impatience or anger

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading He was beginning to disclaim all liability, when Siggers stopped him.

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

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

renounce a legal claim or title to

From this reading He was beginning to disclaim all liability, when Siggers stopped him.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

border consisting of anything placed on the edge to finish something (such as a fringe on clothing or on a rug)

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

to an extreme degree

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

make plain and comprehensible

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

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

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading "Keep that for the present," he said.

conformity or harmony

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

the state of being legally obliged and responsible

From this reading He was beginning to disclaim all liability, when Siggers stopped him.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

plural of “mouse” — any of numerous small rodents typically resembling diminutive rats having pointed snouts and small ears on elongated bodies with slender usually hairless tails

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

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

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

not any; not one

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

a person employed to carry luggage and supplies

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

so unreasonable as to invite derision

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading "Keep that for the present," he said.

any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

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

From this reading He was beginning to disclaim all liability, when Siggers stopped him.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

not in physical motion

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading He was beginning to disclaim all liability, when Siggers stopped him.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

express in words

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

not anticipated

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading Mr. Bultitude was of course exceedingly annoyed by this unlooked-for interruption, and still more by such utterly preposterous claims on him for animals; however, it was easy to explain that he had no such things in his possession, and after that of course no more could be said.

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading "He has some mice he ought to give us, too," said one or two new-comers, edging their way to the front.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

at the time that

From this reading He was beginning to disclaim all liability, when Siggers stopped him.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."

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

From this reading "He had a rabbit he said he was keeping for me," explained little Porter: "and now he won't give it up or tell me what he's done with it."