Chapter XII

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

later than; following

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause)

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

preventing entry or exit or a course of action

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

(used in the plural) short tight-fitting underpants (trade name Jockey shorts)

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

the act of burning something

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

a field on which the buildings of a university are situated

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

a loving feeling

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

plural of “cease” — (“cease” is a noun only in the phrase “without cease”) end

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

a person who is in charge

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

plural of “college” — the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

inflected form of “copy” — copy down as is

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

communication by the exchange of letters

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

(of land or fields) prepared for raising crops by plowing or fertilizing

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

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

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

a social club for male undergraduates

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

a social club for male undergraduates

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

plural of “freshman” — a first-year undergraduate

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

water that is not salty

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

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

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

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

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

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

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

past form of “hustle” — cause to move furtively and hurriedly

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

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

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

a small worthless amount

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

worthy of high praise

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

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

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

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

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

a room where books are kept

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

for more time

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

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

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

the force of workers available

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

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

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

not any; not one

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

and nothing more

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

give money, usually in exchange for goods or services

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

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

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

plural of “pin” — a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

(of sound) set to a certain pitch or key; usually used as a combining form

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

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

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

past form of “praise” — express approval of

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

possessive form of “president” — an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

plural of “rush” — the act of moving hurriedly and in a careless manner

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

have in common

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

-ing form of “spike” — stand in the way of

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

the profession of a teacher

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

in or at that place or location

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

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

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

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

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

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

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented

From this reading He had helped in the college library; he had twisted the iron letter-press on the president’s correspondence late into the night; he had copied briefs for a lawyer after hours; but he had pitched for the nine and hustled for his “frat,” and he had led class rushes with ardor and success.

a university student who has not yet received a first degree

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

precisely as stated

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

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

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

at the time that

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.

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

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

during the time that

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He had enjoyed his college days; he had been popular with town and gown; and he had managed to get his share of undergraduate fun while leading his classes.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading It is no longer so very laudable for a young man to pay his way through college; and Morris Leighton had done this easily and without caring to be praised or martyrized for doing so.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Tippecanoe was one of the few freshwater colleges that barred women; but this was not its only distinction, for its teaching was sound, its campus charming and the town of which it was the chief ornament a quiet place noted from the beginning of things for its cultivated people.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading JACK BALCOMB’S PLEASANT WAYS There comes a time in the life of young men when their college fraternity pins lie forgotten in the collar-button box and the spiking of freshmen ceases to be a burning issue.