Chapter III

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

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

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

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

a youthful male person

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

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From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

a young person of either sex

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

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

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

past form of “consist” — originate

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

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

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

housing that someone is living in

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

first in order of birth

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

a social unit living together

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

the father of your spouse

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

past form of “forewarn” — warn in advance or beforehand; give an early warning

From this reading FOREWARNED.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

the act of departing

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

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

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

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

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

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

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

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

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

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

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

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

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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 When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

held or filled or in use

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

above and across; more than

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

freed from illness or injury

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

plural of “settler” — a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

a minor short-term fight

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

the season of growth

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

carry out

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

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

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

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

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

depleted of strength or energy

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

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

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

in diverse ways

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

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

From this reading Cal Holdness had come over to take supper with them; and, having despatched the meal, they were variously occupied.

at the time that

From this reading When the settlers left the fort in the spring, Honeywood moved into the house of his father-in-law, Israel Blanchard, his own dwelling being at a greater distance from the fort than any other at the Run.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading His family consisted of himself, wife, and two children; the eldest boy about six, the other a little child.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.

an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading He, however, became tired of going so far every day to his work, and chose to go back to his own home when he had recovered from a wound received in a skirmish with the Indians in hoeing-time.