Chapter XIV

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

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

having help; often used as a combining form

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

(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 All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

in addition

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

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

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

disposed or placed in a particular kind of order

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

take into custody

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

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

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

a container that is usually woven and has handles

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

the people of Great Britain

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

money in the form of bills or coins

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

in a relative manner; by comparison to something else

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

forsaken by owner or inhabitants

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

settled securely and unconditionally

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

past form of “enjoin” — issue an injunction

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

a period of time spent in military service

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

by good fortune

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

the act of departing

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

plural of “guard” — a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

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

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

plural of “han” — imperial dynasty that ruled China (most of the time from 206 BC to AD 220) and expanded its boundaries and developed its bureaucracy; remembered as one of the great eras of Chinese civilization

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

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

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

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

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

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

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

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

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

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

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

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From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

most important element

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

not able to be found

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

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

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

not any; not one

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

plural of “office” — place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

give money, usually in exchange for goods or services

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

city in the Transvaal; the seat of the executive branch of the government of South Africa

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

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

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

cut with a saw

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

plural of “scoundrel” — a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

-ing form of “state” — express in words

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

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

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

a message transmitted by telegraph

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

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

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

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

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

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

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

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

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

close enough to be walked to

From this reading Walking up the main street, which was comparatively deserted, they saw a group of people before one of the Government offices, and going up Yorke read a telegram from Pretoria, stating that a British officer had, during the night, effected his escape from prison, and that he had been aided by one of the prison guards, who was also missing.

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

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

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

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

at the time that

From this reading All were enjoined to keep a look-out for them, and to arrest them when discovered.

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

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.

which person or people

From this reading Fortunately, they had no difficulty about cash, as Hans, who had not drawn any money from the time of his first enlistment, had obtained three months' pay before starting.

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

From this reading A BAND OF SCOUNDRELS On sallying out Yorke was joined by Peter, as had been arranged.

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

From this reading The native kept a short distance behind him, carrying a large basket which he had, at Yorke's orders, brought.