used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
(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 "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
beginnernounUS /bɪˈɡɪnər/
someone new to a field or activity
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
a youthful male person
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
a tight-fitting headdress
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
CollinsnounUS /ˈkɑːlɪnz/
English writer noted for early detective novels (1824-1889)
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
true confidential information
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
Elmer
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
divisible by two
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
communicated in words
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
plural of “fellow” — a boy or man
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
deeply or markedly affected or influenced
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
and nothing more
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
hear with intention
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
memorizingverbUS /ˈmeməraɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “memorize” — commit to memory; learn by heart
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
a brief written record
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
olderadjectiveUS /ˈoʊldər/
advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
organizationnounUS /ˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃən/
a group of people who work together
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
positivelyadverbUS /ˈpɑːzətɪvli/
extremely
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
SCOUTSnounUS /skaʊts/
plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
express in speech
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
tell-tale
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
testsnounUS /tests/
plural of “test” — trying something to find out about it
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A JOB FOR THE BOY SCOUTS TO DO.
Ty
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading "Listen, fellows," began Elmer; "all of you older scouts know that one of the things impressed upon a new beginner is the power of observation.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading In that way they find it second nature to note everything they see, so that if asked about it afterward they are able to give a pretty good description even of little details.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
at the time that
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
the act of creating written works
From this reading Members of the organization are given tests at memorizing things they see in a store window, after looking in for just three minutes, and then writing out a list afterward.
but in spite of that
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "WHAT makes you so sure about that, Elmer?" asked Ty Collins, after the scouts had expressed their wonder that the leader should be able to speak so positively when as yet he had not even looked at the tell-tale cap.
