Chapter XXXI

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

the state of being absent

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

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

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

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From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

to strive with determination

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

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From this reading DR.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

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From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

the act of shooting a gun

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

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

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

be suspended or hanging

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

harmed

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

having or proceeding from an innately kind disposition

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

(New Testament) disciple of Jesus; traditionally considered to be the author of the first Gospel

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

many times at short intervals

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

a person who requires medical care

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

an estate where cash crops are grown on a large scale (especially in tropical areas)

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

issue commands or orders for

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

a cruel and brutal fellow

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

an ability that has been acquired by training

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

plural of “threat” — something that is a source of danger

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

interact in a certain way

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading He had often been called upon to prescribe for the sick or injured among the hands on the plantation.

plural of “visit” — the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

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

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading FALKIRK VISITS RIVERLAWN Levi Bedford, in spite of his threats to hang his prisoner, was a kind-hearted man, and he did what he could for the comfort of Buck Lagger.

which person or people

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading He examined the wound of the ruffian; but it was beyond his skill, and he did not attempt to treat the patient.

people who are wounded

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.

plural of “wound” — an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading During the absence of the expedition for the defence of Lyndhall he had done what he could for those who had been wounded on the creek road; but he was not an expert in the treatment of gunshot wounds.