1300
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From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
1890
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From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
22,345
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From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
in the past
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
in addition
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
BeltnounUS /belt/
endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading In that book Sycamore Ridge was described thus:-- "Sycamore Ridge, pop.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
CalifornianounUS /ˌkæləˈfɔːrnjə/
a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
censusnounUS /ˈsensəs/
a periodic count of the population
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
the body of faculty and students of a college
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading In that book Sycamore Ridge was described thus:-- "Sycamore Ridge, pop.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
GarrisonnounUS /ˈɡærɪsən/
a fortified military post where troops are stationed
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
guide-book
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From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
industrynounUS /ˈɪndəstri/
the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
something that is lost
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
most important element
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
manufacturingnounUS /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/
the act of making something (a product) from raw materials
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
millingnounUS /ˈmɪlɪŋ/
corrugated edge of a coin
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
popverbUS /pɑːp/
bulge outward
From this reading In that book Sycamore Ridge was described thus:-- "Sycamore Ridge, pop.
printnounUS /prɪnt/
the text appearing in a book, newspaper, or other printed publication
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
RailroadnounUS /ˈreɪlroʊd/
line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
a person who enjoys reading
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
RidgenounUS /rɪdʒ/
a long narrow natural elevation or striation
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
an educational institution
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
studentsnounUS /ˈstuːdənts/
plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
SycamorenounUS /ˈsɪkəmɔːr/
variably colored and sometimes variegated hard tough elastic wood of a sycamore tree
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading In that book Sycamore Ridge was described thus:-- "Sycamore Ridge, pop.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
in or at that place or location
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading In that book Sycamore Ridge was described thus:-- "Sycamore Ridge, pop.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
transcontinentaladjectiveUS /ˌtrænzkɑːntɪˈnentəl/
spanning or crossing or on the farther side of a continent
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
travellernounUS /ˈtrævələr/
a person who changes location
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
UniversitynounUS /ˌjuːnəˈvɜːrsəti/
the body of faculty and students at a university
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
WardnounUS /wɔːrd/
a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another
From this reading Seat Ward University, 1300 students; also Garrison County High School, also Business College.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In that book Sycamore Ridge was described thus:-- "Sycamore Ridge, pop.
water-power
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From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
wholesaleadverbUS /ˈhoʊlseɪl/
at a wholesale price
From this reading 22,345, census 1890; large water-power, main industry milling; also manufacturing; five wholesale houses.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
in the company of; together with
From this reading If the reader of this tale should feel drawn to visit Sycamore Ridge, he will find a number of interesting things there, and the trip may be made by the transcontinental traveller with the loss of but half a dozen hours from his journey.
a late time of life
From this reading The Golden Belt Railroad, fifteen years ago, used to print a guide-book called "California and Back," in which were set down the places of interest to the traveller.
