anew
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
ascertainedadjectiveUS /ˌæsərˈteɪnd/
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
battalionnounUS /bəˈtæljən/
an army unit usually consisting of a headquarters and three or more companies
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
cheeringnounUS /ˈtʃɪrɪŋ/
encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
cheersnounUS /tʃɪrz/
plural of “cheer” — a cry or shout of approval
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
columnnounUS /ˈkɑːləm/
a line of units following one after another
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
commandernounUS /kəˈmændər/
an officer in command of a military unit
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
companiesnounUS /ˈkʌmpəniːz/
plural of “company” — an institution created to conduct business
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
any of various platforms built into a vessel
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
DexteradjectiveUS /ˈdekstər/
on or starting from the wearer's right
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading "I am just as glad to see you, father," replied Deck, returning the hearty pressure of the hand.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
Fronklyn
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From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
greetedverbUS /ˈɡriːtəd/
past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
with gusto and without reservation
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
heartyadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrti/
showing warm and heartfelt friendliness
From this reading "I am just as glad to see you, father," replied Deck, returning the hearty pressure of the hand.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
includedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkluːdəd/
enclosed in the same envelope or package
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
and nothing more
From this reading "I am just as glad to see you, father," replied Deck, returning the hearty pressure of the hand.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
a commissioned military officer
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
LyonnounUS /ˈlaɪən/
a city in east-central France on the Rhone River; a principal producer of silk and rayon
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
LYON'SnounUS /ˈlaɪənz/
possessive form of “lyon” — a city in east-central France on the Rhone River; a principal producer of silk and rayon
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
MajoradjectiveUS /ˈmeɪdʒər/
of greater importance or stature or rank
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
come together
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
pressurenounUS /ˈpreʃər/
the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
From this reading "I am just as glad to see you, father," replied Deck, returning the hearty pressure of the hand.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading "I am just as glad to see you, father," replied Deck, returning the hearty pressure of the hand.
tending to return to an earlier state
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
precisely, exactly
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
Identical; not different.
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
SergeantnounUS /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/
any of several noncommissioned officer ranks in the Army or Air Force or Marines ranking above a corporal
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
a male human offspring
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
in the near future
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
squadronnounUS /ˈskwɑːdrən/
a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading DECK LYON'S PLAN OF BATTLE Lieutenant Lyon soon ascertained that the force in the road included the two companies of the squadron.
wanderersnounUS /ˈwɑːndərərz/
plural of “wanderer” — someone who leads a wandering unsettled life
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
welcomedverbUS /ˈwelkəmd/
past form of “welcome” — accept gladly
From this reading Sergeant Fronklyn was greeted in the same manner, and heartily welcomed by the commander of the battalion.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
which person or people
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
Woodbinenoun
common North American vine with compound leaves and bluish-black berrylike fruit
From this reading The cheers of those who were on the right of the column brought Major Lyon and Captain Woodbine to the front; and as soon as they learned the cause of the cheering they rode forward to meet the returning wanderers.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I am glad to see you again, Dexter," said the major, as he extended his hand to his son.
