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 HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

past form of “abate” — make less active or intense

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

a mythical Greek hero of the Iliad

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

-ing form of “aid” — give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

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

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

a particular environment or surrounding influence

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

of or relating to or characteristic of Belgium or the Belgian people

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

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From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

showing effects of planning or manipulation

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

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

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

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

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

to or in any or all places

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

-ing form of “extend” — extend in scope or range or area

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

promote over another

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

the act of consuming food

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

set up or found

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

enclose in or as if in a frame

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

the trait of being willing to give your money or time

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

any creature of exceptional size

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

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

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

vertical space available to allow easy passage under something

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

plural of “heel” — the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

(Your Highness or His Highness or Her Highness) title used to address a royal person

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

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

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

to an exceedingly great extent or degree

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

past form of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

offensive term for a person of German descent

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

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

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

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

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

the time between one event, process, or period and another

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

the force of workers available

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

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

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

not divisible by two

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

and nothing more

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

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

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

plural of “persuasion” — the act of persuading (or attempting to persuade); communication intended to induce belief or action

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

past form of “render” — cause to become

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

move an implement through

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

unusualness as a consequence of not being well known

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

bearing or marked with a label or tag

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He rose early, feeding the dogs, exercising them, and making fresh their quarters before he breakfasted himself.

plural of “threat” — something that is a source of danger

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

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

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

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

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

place or situation affording some advantage (especially a comprehensive view or commanding perspective)

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

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

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading HIS HIGHNESS IN A NEW ROLE Before a week had passed the strangeness of living at Surfside had to a certain extent abated and Walter found himself not only content in his new position but enjoying it.

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

From this reading In the meantime he had made such headway in the affections of Achilles that the big Belgian not only tagged at his heels everywhere he went, but at night insisted upon extending his giant frame before the boy's doorsill from which vantage ground neither threats nor persuasions could stir him.

Scottish archaeologist (1890-1976)

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

in or at the place that

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading He was always willing to do a favor and amid an atmosphere where generosity was rare the virtue of aiding others rendered him immensely popular.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Afterward, despite the score of odd duties with which the morning was filled, he contrived to do many little kindnesses for Jerry, Tim, Wheeler, and the other men.