Chapter IX · Ghastly Visitors

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

(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 In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

the two together, not just one

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

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

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

an often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

prepare a hot meal

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

plural of “dish” — a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

an army unit large enough to sustain combat

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

one or the other of two

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

usually; as a rule

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

of great significance or value

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

covered by insurance

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

become part of; become a member of a group or organization

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

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From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

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

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

not any; not one

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

the middle of the day

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

according to the clock

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

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

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

a property of polygons: the property of having equal sides and equal angles

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

being ten more than fifty

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

comparatives of “soon” or “early”

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

an idea that is suggested

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

plural of “task” — any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading In order that dinner might be ready at a regular time, Roy was to cease all outside labor an hour before noon, and remain in camp an hour later than his friends in order to set the “house” to rights generally.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

in or at that place or location

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

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

From this reading By this division of labor it was certain there could be no complaint that one was doing more than another, and regularity of movements would be insured.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

doing arduous or unpleasant work

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

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

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

the work of cleansing (usually with soap and water)

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

in or to any place at all

From this reading At night he would return from wherever the others might be toiling an hour sooner than either of his companions, and both were to assist in washing the dishes used at supper.

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

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Seven o’clock was the hour set for Vance and Ned to begin whatever task might be the most important; but Roy would not join them for an hour later, in consideration of the fact that he, as cook, had been at work fully sixty minutes before the others.

something or someone that has suffered ruin or dilapidation

From this reading On the next morning work was resumed upon the wreck, and, following Ned’s suggestion, the party made a proper division of time, during which certain tasks were to be performed.