Chapter V

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

From this reading A RUNNING FIGHT.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

tried unsuccessfully

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

have

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

plural of “cousin” — the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

possessive form of “dick” — someone who is a detective

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

separated into parts or pieces

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

something regarded with special favor or liking

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading A RUNNING FIGHT.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

usually; as a rule

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

the act of retaining something

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

plural of “horn” — a noisemaker (as at parties or games) that makes a loud noise when you blow through it

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

plural of “hound” — any of several breeds of dog used for hunting typically having large drooping ears

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals)

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

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

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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 It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

the force of workers available

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

go across or through

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

plural of “runaway” — an easy victory

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream

From this reading A RUNNING FIGHT.

plural of “saying” — a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

occurring or distributed over widely spaced and irregular intervals in time or space

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

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

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

hit with a missile from a weapon

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

past form of “signal” — communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

carry out

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

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

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

someone who sets traps for animals (usually to obtain their furs)

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

a fact that has been verified

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

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

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

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

From this reading It was one of Dick’s sayings that bear-hunting was a “business by itself”--as much so as book-keeping or steamboating; and Frank and Archie had been in California long enough to learn that the trapper told the truth in this, as in other matters.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading The others were scattered about among the mountains, watching the “runaways,” and holding themselves in readiness to shoot the bear if he attempted to pass by them.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

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

From this reading They were generally divided into two parties: some went in the drive--that is, they followed the hounds, and if the bear was brought to bay by them, they signaled to their companions with their hunting horns.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was a favorite pastime with the settlers in that section of the country, and the cousins had seen as many as thirty men take part in a single hunt.