Chapter XV · The Trap on Flint Island

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

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

later than; following

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

in addition

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

any property detected by the olfactory system

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

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

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

appointed to a post or duty

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

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

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

plural of “camper” — someone living temporarily in a tent or lodge for recreation

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

a small outdoor fire for warmth or cooking (as at a camp)

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

plural of “collection” — several things grouped together or considered as a whole

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

someone who controls resources and expenditures

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

make void or empty of contents

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

plural of “example” — an item of information that is typical of a class or group

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

extend in scope or range or area

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

cutlery used for serving and eating food

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

characteristic of or befitting a friend

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

activities that are enjoyable or amusing

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

abounding in grass

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

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

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

having or involving the use of hands

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

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

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

showing warm and heartfelt friendliness

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

cut or shaped with hard blows of a heavy cutting instrument like an ax or chisel

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

past form of “invite” — increase the likelihood of

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

plural of “lad” — a boy or man

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

full of life and energy

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

be a lodger; stay temporarily

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

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

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

a gay feeling

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

full of or showing high-spirited merriment

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

a form of address for a man

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

not any; not one

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

plural of “object” — a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

(baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

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

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

a stock or supply of foods

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

a chief of a North American tribe or confederation (especially an Algonquian chief)

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

an ability that has been acquired by training

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

in the near future

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading The band was a lively and merry crowd, and the Lenape lads joined in the fun in friendly spirit.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

plural of “trailer” — someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

a social division of (usually preliterate) people

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

clean by virtue of having been washed in water

From this reading Here, after they had washed up in the camp bath-house, the trailers were drawn about the fire by the aroma of Cowboy Platt’s cookery, and attacked with no little gusto the meal he handed out.

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

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

at the time that

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

which person or people

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He also invited them to supper at the lodge, but when Mr. Carrigan explained that they had provisions with them, assigned them a grassy spot above the river.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

skill and experience in matters relating to the woods (as hunting or fishing or camping)

From this reading As soon as each man had washed his plate and fork, the trailers joined in the campfire merriment of the Kittahannock tribe within the lodge of hewn timber, on the walls of which were hung many examples of their woodcraft skill and collections of natural objects.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading Sagamore Carrigan and his trailers were greeted in hearty fashion by the campers of Kittahannock Lodge, and the director, who each year was glad to extend his hospitality to the Lenape Long Trailers, offered an empty tent-house to the canoe party.