used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
ABANDONverbUS /əˈbændən/
forsake, leave behind
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
abandoningverbUS /əˈbændənɪŋ/
-ing form of “abandon” — forsake, leave behind
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
experiencing a sudden sense of danger
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
BAGGAGEnounUS /ˈbæɡədʒ/
cases used to carry belongings when traveling
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
bare-necked
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From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
bendingnounUS /ˈbendɪŋ/
movement that causes the formation of a curve
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
bleedverbUS /bliːd/
To lose or emit fluid, or metaphorically to seep magical essence from an enchanted tome.
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
buffalonounUS /ˈbʌfəloʊ/
large shaggy-haired brown bison of North American plains
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
carcassnounUS /ˈkɑːrkəs/
the dead body of an animal especially one slaughtered and dressed for food
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
something that interests you because it is important or affects you
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
travel across or pass over
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
a state in which you want to learn more about something
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
DEMONnounUS /ˈdiːmən/
an evil supernatural being
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
the act of departing
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
a state in which all hope is lost or absent
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
disgustverbUS /dɪsˈɡʌst/
fill with distaste
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
the act of escaping physically
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
the act of fighting; any contest or struggle
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
FlocksnounUS /flɑːks/
plural of “flock” — a church congregation guided by a pastor
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
produced by or subjected to forcing
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
made afraid
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
gentrynounUS /ˈdʒentri/
the most powerful members of a society
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
GOOD-BYEnounUS /ɡɪdˈbaɪ/
a farewell remark
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
an opening into or through something
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
hoveredverbUS /ˈhʌvərd/
past form of “hover” — be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
plural of “hundred” — ten 10s
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
a physiological need for food; the consequence of food deprivation
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
immobilitynounUS /ˌɪmoʊˈbɪlɪti/
remaining in place
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
insectsnounUS /ˈɪnsekts/
plural of “insect” — small air-breathing arthropod
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
L'ENCUERADO
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From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
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 Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
leisurenounUS /ˈleʒər/
time available for ease and relaxation
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
LITTERnounUS /ˈlɪtər/
the offspring at one birth of a multiparous mammal
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
LUCIEN
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From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
manifestedverbUS /ˈmænəfestəd/
past form of “manifest” — provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
very unhappy; full of misery
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
perpendicularnounUS /ˌpɜːrpənˈdɪkjələr/
a straight line at right angles to another line
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
PETSnounUS /pets/
plural of “pet” — a domesticated animal kept for companionship or amusement
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
PREYnounUS /preɪ/
a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
PUMA'SnounUS /ˈpjuːməz/
possessive form of “puma” — large American feline resembling a lion
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
raftnounUS /ræft/
a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
determined
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
retiringadjectiveUS /rɪˈtaɪrɪŋ/
not arrogant or presuming
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
SAVANNAHnounUS /səˈvænə/
a port in eastern Georgia near the mouth of the Savannah river
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
cut with a saw
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
TAPIRS
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From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
THIRSTnounUS /θɜːrst/
a physiological need to drink
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
TICKSnounUS /tɪks/
plural of “tick” — a metallic tapping sound
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
in the direction of
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
precisely as stated
From this reading Flocks of black vultures hovered high up in the sky, bending their course towards a spot not very far from the river bed.
VULTURESnounUS /ˈvʌltʃərz/
plural of “vulture” — any of various large diurnal birds of prey having naked heads and weak claws and feeding chiefly on carrion
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading THE KING OF THE VULTURES.--THE TICKS.--L'ENCUERADO FRIGHTENED BY A DEMON.--THE TAPIRS.--GOOD-BYE TO THE STREAM.--THE PUMA'S PREY.--A MISERABLE NIGHT.--OUR DEPARTURE.--THE SAVANNAH.--LUCIEN CARRIED IN A LITTER.--HUNGER AND THIRST.--WE ABANDON OUR BAGGAGE AND PETS IN DESPAIR.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
at the time that
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The next morning l'Encuerado started alone on the raft; for we had resolved to cross the savannah on foot, and thus escape, for an hour or two, the insects which took advantage of our forced immobility in order to bleed us at their leisure.
which person or people
From this reading We were retiring in disgust, when the vultures, who had not seemed the least alarmed at our presence, suddenly manifested fear, and, abandoning their prey, stood around in evident concern.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
plural of “yard” — a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride
From this reading Our curiosity led us in that direction, and in a large hole, with perpendicular sides, about twelve yards wide, we saw several hundreds of these bare-necked gentry fighting over the carcass of a buffalo.
