16
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From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
1839
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From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
1843
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From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
21
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From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
(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 PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
assertsverbUS /əˈsɜːrts/
third-person singular of “assert” — state categorically
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
authenticadjectiveUS /əˈθentɪk/
conforming to fact and therefore worthy of belief
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
AuthorsnounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
brainlessadjectiveUS /ˈbreɪnlɪs/
not using intelligence
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
showing who or what does the action
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
cannot
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From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
chaptersnounUS /ˈtʃæptərz/
plural of “chapter” — a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
pleasing or delighting
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
claimsnounUS /kleɪmz/
plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
the process of giving careful thought to something
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
customaryadjectiveUS /ˈkʌstəmeri/
in accordance with convention or custom
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
the act of making up your mind about something
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
deficiencynounUS /dɪˈfɪʃənsi/
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
dolt's
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From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
EDITORnounUS /ˈedətər/
a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
enabledverbUS /eˈneɪbəld/
past form of “enable” — render capable or able for some task
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
to come or go into
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
entertainmentnounUS /ˌentərˈteɪnmənt/
an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
ETC
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From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
furnishverbUS /ˈfɜːrnɪʃ/
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
GovernmentsnounUS /ˈɡʌvərmənts/
plural of “government” — the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
i-iv
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From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
IInoun
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
incidentsnounUS /ˈɪnsədənts/
plural of “incident” — a single distinct event
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
instructionnounUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌkʃən/
a message describing how something is to be done
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
IntroductionnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of beginning something new
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
plural of “knee” — hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
the literary culture
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
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 PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
meeknessnoun
the feeling of patient, submissive humbleness
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
used to form the superlative
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
narrativenounUS /ˈnærətɪv/
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 The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
not any; not one
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
obedientadjectiveUS /oʊˈbiːdiənt/
dutifully complying with the commands or instructions of those in authority
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
observationsnounUS /ˌɑːbzərˈveɪʃənz/
plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
OCTOBERnounUS /ɑːkˈtoʊbər/
the month following September and preceding November
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
OregonnounUS /ˈɔːrəɡən/
a state in northwestern United States on the Pacific
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
PRAIRIESnounUS /ˈpreɪriz/
plural of “prairie” — a treeless grassy plain
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
PREFACEnounUS /ˈprefəs/
a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
get something; come into possession of
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
regionnounUS /ˈriːdʒən/
the extended spatial location of something
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
ReprintnounUS /riˈprɪnt/
a publication (such as a book) that is reprinted without changes or editing and offered again for sale
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
suppliesnounUS /səˈplaɪz/
plural of “supply” — an amount of something available for use
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
TerritorynounUS /ˈterɪtɔːri/
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
treatsnounUS /triːts/
plural of “treat” — something considered choice to eat
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
uncoveredadjectiveUS /ənˈkʌvərd/
not covered with clothing
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
UnitedadjectiveUS /juːˈnaɪtɪd/
characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
precisely as stated
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading The author, by his own personal observations, has been enabled to furnish a very interesting narrative of travel; and whether he treats of the Prairies, or of the Oregon region, the various incidents related by him cannot fail to give entertainment and instruction.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading PRAIRIES, ETC., MAY 21-OCTOBER 16, 1839 * * * * * Reprint of Volume I and chapters i-iv of Volume II of original London edition, 1843 PREFACE BY THE FIRST EDITOR This authentic account of the Great Western Prairies and Oregon Territory supplies a deficiency which has been felt for a long time.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
in the company of; together with
From this reading With respect to the Introduction, in which the Author asserts the claims of the United States to the Oregon Territory little need be said here: the subject will no doubt receive the full consideration of the Governments interested in the decision of the question.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
produce a literary work
From this reading PREFACE It was customary in old times for all Authors to enter the world of letters on their knees, and with uncovered head, and a bow of charming meekness write themselves some brainless dolt's "most humble and obedient servant."
