used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
Bar-T
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From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
damagenounUS /ˈdæmədʒ/
the occurrence of a change for the worse
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
differentlyadverbUS /ˈdɪfrəntli/
in another and different manner
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
doubtedverbUS /ˈdaʊtɪd/
past form of “doubt” — consider unlikely or have doubts about
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
doubtfuladjectiveUS /ˈdaʊtfəl/
open to doubt or suspicion
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
communicated in words
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
set up or found
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
FrancesnounUS /ˈfrænsɪs/
plural of “france” — a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
grappling-hook
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
intentionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈtentʃənz/
plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
laddernounUS /ˈlædər/
steps consisting of two parallel members connected by rungs; for climbing up or down
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
maraudernounUS /mərˈɔːdər/
someone who attacks in search of booty
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
the force of workers available
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
not any; not one
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
Pratt
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
quietnessnounUS /ˈkwaɪətnəs/
the property of making no sound
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
ranch-house
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
remaindernounUS /rɪˈmeɪndər/
something left after other parts have been taken away
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
repairnounUS /rɪˈper/
the act of putting something in working order again
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
Rugley
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
Sanderson
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From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
sheathingnounUS /ˈʃiːðɪŋ/
protective covering consisting, for example, of a layer of boards applied to the studs and joists of a building to strengthen it and serve as a foundation for a weatherproof exterior
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
slatenounUS /sleɪt/
(formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
slatesnounUS /sleɪts/
plural of “slate” — (formerly) a writing tablet made of slate
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
STAMPEDEverbUS /stæmˈpiːd/
cause to run in panic
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE STAMPEDE The remainder of the night passed in quietness.
in or at that place or location
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
unmistakableadjectiveUS /ˌʌnmɪˈsteɪkəbəl/
clearly evident to the mind
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading He reported that the marks of the grappling-hook in the roof sheathing were unmistakable, too.
in or at the place that
From this reading That there really had been a marauder about the Bar-T ranch-house could not be doubted; for a slate was found upon the ground in the morning, and the place in the roof where it had been broken out was plainly visible.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Captain Rugley sent one of the men up with a ladder and new slates to repair the damage.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Although her father had expressed himself as doubtful of the good intentions of Pratt Sanderson, Frances was glad to see at breakfast that he treated the young man no differently than before.
