Chapter XVIII · Chapter 18

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

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

having companions or an escort

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

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From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

(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 The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

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

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

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

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

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

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

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

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

an American pioneer and guide and explorer (1734-1820)

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

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From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

possessive form of “bryan” — United States lawyer and politician who advocated free silver and prosecuted John Scopes (1925) for teaching evolution in a Tennessee high school (1860-1925)

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

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 Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

past form of “command” — be in command of

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

(of military officers) holding by virtue of a commission a rank of second lieutenant or ensign or above

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

(Old Testament) a youth who was taken into the court of Nebuchadnezzar and given divine protection when thrown into a den of lions (6th century BC)

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

being ten more than seventy

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

the act of fighting; any contest or struggle

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force)

From this reading THE FOE PURSUED.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

plural of “force” — a powerful effect or influence

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

following the third position; number four in a countable series

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

unflinching in battle or action

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

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From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

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

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

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From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

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

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

fighting; acts of overt warfare

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

ten 10s

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

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

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

Jewish republic in southwestern Asia at eastern end of Mediterranean; formerly part of Palestine

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

town in eastern Massachusetts near Boston where the first battle of the American Revolution was fought

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

the force of workers available

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

information about recent and important events

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

the middle of the day

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

past form of “number” — add up in number or quantity

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

on one occasion

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

above and across; more than

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

so strong as to be irresistible

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

external sex organ

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

a person who is being chased

From this reading THE FOE PURSUED.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

plural of “reinforcement” — a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

past form of “rouse” — become active

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

(Old Testament) Hebrew prophet and judge who anointed Saul as king

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

a male human offspring

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

English writer (1832-1904)

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

-ing form of “storm” — behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

coming after or following

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The news of the storming of Bryan's Station had spread fast and far; and, early on the day succeeding the attack, reinforcements began to come in from all quarters; so that by noon of the fourth day, the station numbered over one hundred and eighty fighting men.

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

From this reading THE FOE PURSUED.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

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

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

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

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

Scottish chemist noted for his research into the structure of nucleic acids (born in 1907)

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

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

From this reading Colonel Daniel Boone, accompanied by his son Israel, and brother Samuel, commanded a considerable force from Boonesborough--Colonel Stephen Trigg, a large company from Harrodsburgh--and Colonel John Todd, the militia from Lexington.

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

From this reading As Algernon had stated to Girty, the country was indeed roused to a sense of their danger.

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

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.

which person or people

From this reading A large portion of these forces was composed of commissioned officers, who, having heard of the attack on Bryan's Station by an overwhelming body of Indians, had hurried to the scene of hostilities, and, like brave and gallant soldiers as they were, had at once taken their places in the ranks as privates.