used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SECLUDED CAMP.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
matters of personal concern
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
(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 When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
anglenounUS /ˈæŋɡəl/
the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
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 The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
adopted in order to deceive
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
the power or right to give orders or make decisions
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
relevant relation or interconnection
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
for the reason that
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
bein
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From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading A SECLUDED CAMP.
captureverbUS /ˈkæptʃər/
succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
a state at a particular time
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
conformingadjectiveUS /kənˈfɔːrmɪŋ/
adhering to established customs or doctrines (especially in religion)
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
conveniencenounUS /kənˈviːnjəns/
the state of being suitable or opportune
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
CorporalnounUS /ˈkɔːrpərəl/
a noncommissioned officer in the Army or Air Force or Marines
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
well in the past; former
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
disorderlyadjectiveUS /dɪˈsɔːrdərli/
undisciplined and unruly
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
dissatisfactionnounUS /ˌdɪsætɪˈsfækʃən/
the feeling of being displeased and discontent
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
Easton
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From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
enlistverbUS /ˌenˈlɪst/
join the military
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
divisible by two
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
at any time
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
exercisedverbUS /ˈeksərsaɪzd/
past form of “exercise” — put to use
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
devoid of good sense or judgment
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
produced by or subjected to forcing
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
to an extraordinary extent or degree
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
Hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
past form of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
investedverbUS /ˌɪnˈvestəd/
past form of “invest” — make an investment
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
IsaacnounUS /ˈaɪzək/
(Old Testament) the second patriarch; son of Abraham and Sarah who was offered by Abraham as a sacrifice to God; father of Jacob and Esau
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
a boy or man
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
Lige
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From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
march in a procession
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
past form of “march” — march in a procession
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
marshaledverbUS /ˈmɑːrʃəld/
past form of “marshal” — place in proper rank
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
the force of workers available
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
the location of something surrounded by other things
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
militiamannoun
a member of the militia; serves only during emergencies
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
muskets
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From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
and nothing more
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
in other respects or ways
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
problematicaladjectiveUS /ˌprɑːbləˈmætɪkəl/
open to doubt or debate
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
proceedingnounUS /prəˈsiːdɪŋ/
(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
ranksnounUS /ræŋks/
plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
rawadjectiveUS /rɑː/
(used especially of commodities) being unprocessed or manufactured using only simple or minimal processes
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
recruitsnounUS /rəˈkruːts/
plural of “recruit” — a recently enlisted soldier
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
Identical; not different.
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
SECLUDEDadjectiveUS /sɪˈkluːdɪd/
hidden from general view or use
From this reading A SECLUDED CAMP.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
plural of “shoulder” — the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
soldierlyadjective
(of persons) befitting a warrior
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
solemnlyadverbUS /ˈsɔːləmli/
in a grave and sedate manner
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
in or at or to some place
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
sorryadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːri/
feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
carry out
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
TiconderoganounUS /taɪˌkɑːndərˈoʊɡə/
a pitched battle in which American revolutionary troops captured Fort Ticonderoga from the British in 1775
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
the quality of a person's voice
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
soldiers collectively
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
unisonnounUS /ˈjuːnəsən/
corresponding exactly
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
unsoldierlyadjective
not conforming to military standards
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
vicinitynounUS /vəˈsɪnəti/
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
the act of traveling by foot
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
change directions as if revolving on a pivot
From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
at the time that
From this reading When these raw recruits departed from the town--Corporal 'Lige insisted that they did not march--they were followed for several miles by nearly all the men and boys in the vicinity.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
which person or people
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
willin
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From this reading "I allowed Colonel James Easton came somewhere near bein' a soldier, even though he is only a militiaman," the corporal said in a tone of intense dissatisfaction to Isaac as the two marched solemnly side by side in the midst of their disorderly companions, "and I did think we could set out from here and capture Ticonderoga, if all hands were willin' to put their shoulders to the wheel; but I take back that statement, lad, and am sorry I ever was so foolish as to enlist.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The old man was greatly exercised because Colonel Easton, who now assumed command, allowed such an unsoldierly proceeding as that his troops should walk arm in arm with their friends, each in his own manner and at his own convenience.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Had the corporal been invested with the proper authority he would have had these raw recruits marshaled into ranks and forced to step in unison, carrying their muskets at the same angle, and otherwise conforming themselves to his idea of soldierly bearing--all this he would have had them do; but whether he could have brought about such a condition of affairs is extremely problematical.
