Chapter X

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

be agreeable or acceptable to

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

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

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

inflected form of “blow” — exhale hard

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

eat an early morning meal

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

the yield from plants in a single growing season

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

travel across or pass over

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

recognizable; marked

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

a short simple song (or the words of a poem intended to be sung)

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

a toroidal shape

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

being one more than seven

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

secured with bastions or fortifications

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

the cardinal number that is the sum of thirteen and one

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

cooked by frying in fat

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

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

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

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

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

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

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

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

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

set up or found

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

in an unhurried way or at one's convenience

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

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

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

engage in

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

a form of address for a man

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

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

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

above and across; more than

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

a full supply

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

more desirable than another

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

in a radiant manner

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

with restored energy

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

any object that is left unused or still extant

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

an established line of travel or access

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

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

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

express in words

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

get by special effort

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

English poet (1554-1586)

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

third-person singular of “sing” — deliver by singing

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

in the near future

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

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

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

not in physical motion

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

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

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

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

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

past form of “vote” — express one's preference for a candidate or for a measure or resolution; cast a vote

From this reading Fourteen fellows voted to foot it back to camp by the northern route, and Sam and Steve and Mr. Haskins decided to go with them.

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

clean by virtue of having been washed in water

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

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

From this reading SIDNEY SINGS A DITTY Breakfast was over by half-past eight the next morning, and the boys and councillors, fortified by plenty of fried bacon, bread and butter, and hot coffee--to say nothing of the remains of the doughnut crop--were ready for the return trip.

during the time that

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

which person or people

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

a Native American lodge frequently having an oval shape and covered with bark or hides

From this reading So, as soon as breakfast was over they started off leisurely, while Mr. Gifford made his way to the village to secure a boat to make the trip across to The Wigwam.

a specific feeling of desire

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was decided that those wishing to make the return journey on foot might do so, but that Mr. Gifford should cross the lake by boat and return with the launch and a sufficient number of the camp row-boats to accommodate all who preferred to go home that way.

an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value

From this reading Spirits were high, for sleep had rested and refreshed them, and, to make life seem still better worth living, the sun was out radiantly, the sky was washed clean of clouds, and a crisp little breeze blew from the distant lake.