Chapter XI

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From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

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

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

plural of “aborigine” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

anew

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

how long something has existed

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

(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 Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

in addition

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

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

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

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

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

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

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

-ing form of “beckon” — signal with the hands or nod

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

plural of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

large shaggy-haired brown bison of North American plains

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

plural of “chieftain” — the leader of a group of people

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

a digestible substance used to give color to food

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

past form of “contend” — maintain or assert

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

plural of “countryman” — a man from your own country

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

having an (artificial) crown on a tooth

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

the specified day of the month

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

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

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

a green transparent form of beryl; highly valued as a gemstone

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

a person or thing equal to another in value or measure or force or effect or significance etc

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation)

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

at any time

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

make plain and comprehensible

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

use or manipulate to one's advantage

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

of or relating to or suggestive of flowers

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

produced by or subjected to forcing

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

set up or found

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

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

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

a town in northwest South Carolina in the Piedmont

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

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

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

treated with dislike or contempt

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

plural of “herd” — a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

causing awareness of your shortcomings

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

the force of workers available

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

Canadian novelist (1874-1942)

From this reading MONTGOMERY.

an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

of an obscure nature

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

the condition of being essential or indispensable

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

not any; not one

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

throughout a period of time

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

-ing form of “plunge” — thrust or throw into

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

plural of “portion” — something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

past form of “range” — change or be different within limits

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

past form of “recollect” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

past form of “regard” — deem to be

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

plural of “region” — the extended spatial location of something

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

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

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

plural of “rover” — someone who leads a wandering unsettled life

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

travelling about without any clear destination

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

plural of “savanna” — a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

cut with a saw

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

a short musical composition with words

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

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

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

the rays of the sun

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

acceptance of despair

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

(of words) meaning the same or nearly the same

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

a famous chief of the Shawnee who tried to unite Indian tribes against the increasing white settlement (1768-1813)

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

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

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

in or at that place or location

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

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

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

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

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

a written agreement between two states or sovereigns

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

plural of “tribe” — a social division of (usually preliterate) people

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

an undivided or unbroken completeness or totality with nothing wanting

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

someone engaged in or experienced in warfare

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

be dressed in

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

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

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

at the time that

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

in or at the place that

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

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

From this reading To preserve unity, and also to explain some portions of our story, which may seem to wear a mysterious colouring, the thread of our narrative requires that we should again return to the brothers, Tecumseh and Elkswatawa.

a Caucasian

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

having wings or as if having wings of a specified kind

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

in the company of; together with

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

someone who sees an event and reports what happened

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

the basic unit of money in South Korea

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading “Regions of beauty there the rovers found; The flowery hills with emerald woods were crowned; Spread o'er the vast savannas, buffalo herds Ranged without master; and the bright winged birds Made gay the sunshine as they glanced along, Or turned the air to music with their song.”

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

a late time of life

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.

but in spite of that

From this reading Previous to that date, however, Tecumseh, as the leader of a roving band, had, in the estimation of his countrymen, won for himself the reputation of a great warrior; and when, although it was stern necessity which forced them, he saw the chieftains of his own and other tribes, about to surrender all for which they had so long contended, he would not witness the humiliating compact, but beckoning to his brother, they left the council, that they might avoid the hated face of the white men, and plunging deeper into the forest, rove where yet they could be wild and free.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading As will be recollected, at the treaty of Greenville, in '95, they were too young to be allowed a voice in council; for, among the aborigines, wisdom and age are regarded as almost synonymous terms, and no exploit, however daring, nor reputation, however well earned, is ever regarded as a sufficient equivalent for the want of years.