Chapter XXVI · Chapter 26

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

in addition

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

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

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

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

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

having life or vigor or spirit

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

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

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

have

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

-ing form of “belabor” — to work at or to absurd length

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

cause to be bored

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

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From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

prolific English writer of detective stories (1890-1976)

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

separated into parts or pieces

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

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From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc.

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

confined on all sides

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

a member of an Iroquoian people formerly living on the south shore of Lake Erie in northern Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania and western New York

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

opinion or judgment

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

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 HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

for more time

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

any art that invokes supernatural powers

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

a clear appearance

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

attach a tag or label to

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

the message that is intended or expressed or signified

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

a particular point in time

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

past form of “navigate” — travel on water propelled by wind or by other means

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

on one occasion

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

and nothing more

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

the line that appears to bound an object

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

a closed plane curve resulting from the intersection of a circular cone and a plane cutting completely through it

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

a person in charge of paying wages

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

having great power or force or potency or effect

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

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From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

established beyond doubt

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

full of or exhibiting respect

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

cut with a saw

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

plural of “serpent” — limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

the quality of being significant

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

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

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Moreover, as the latter had not learned until now that his friend bore such a mark, his amazement at the paymaster's appearance was divided with curiosity concerning it.

An object, such as an inscribed ring or stone, thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck.

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

past form of “tattoo” — stain (skin) with indelible color

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading As Christie also looked at the magic emblem, he saw the outline of an animal, that might be meant for a bear, encircled by an oval formed of two serpents.

up to a particular time

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.

plural of “warrior” — someone engaged in or experienced in warfare

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

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

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

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

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

at the time that

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

which person or people

From this reading That it was a powerful talisman was proved by the evidence; for not only had the furious squaws who were belaboring poor Bullen slunk away when it was extended protectingly above him, but the warriors now gazing at it were evidently animated only by a respectful curiosity.

in the company of; together with

From this reading HOW THE PAYMASTER NAVIGATED LAKE ERIE IN A TUB As already stated, Donald was ignorant of the meaning of the mark tattooed on his arm, but with this manifestation of its power he could not longer doubt that, to Indian eyes at least, its significance was of great importance.

past form of “witness” — be a witness to

From this reading This was the third time that it had afforded him material aid in times of critical danger, though Bullen had witnessed its effect but once, and Christie never until the present moment.