used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
a division of some larger or more complex organization
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
butter-can
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From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
centsnounUS /sents/
plural of “cent” — a fractional monetary unit of several countries
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
ducksnounUS /dʌks/
plural of “duck” — small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird usually having a depressed body and short legs
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
extremitynounUS /ekˈstreməti/
an external body part that projects from the body
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
a social unit living together
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
with resolute determination
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
ground-squirrels
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From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
an opening into or through something
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
-ing form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
horizontaladjectiveUS /ˌhɔːrəˈzɑːntəl/
parallel to or in the plane of the horizon or a base line
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
immediately past
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
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 They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
the force of workers available
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
neighboringadjectiveUS /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
having a common boundary or edge; abutting; touching
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
not any; not one
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
noosenounUS /nuːs/
a trap for birds or small mammals; often has a slip noose
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
sporadically and infrequently
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
a set of two similar things considered as a unit
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
PENNOCK'S
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From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
affix in a public place or for public notice
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
premisesnounUS /ˈpreməsəz/
land and the buildings on it
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
ptarmigannoun
large Arctic and subarctic grouse with feathered feet and usually white winter plumage
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
rabbitnounUS /ˈræbət/
any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
Roly
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From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
sand-banks
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From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
similarlyadverbUS /ˈsɪmələrli/
in like or similar manner
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
being of delicate or slender build
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
slip-noose
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From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
snaresnounUS /snerz/
plural of “snare” — something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
put, fix, force, or implant
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
a lightweight cord
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
swanverbUS /swɑːn/
to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading LAST DAYS AT PENNOCK'S POST The Indian family hung about the premises more or less, hoping, no doubt, for more tea or another butter-can.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
bound or secured closely
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
trapsnounUS /træps/
plural of “trap” — a device in which something (usually an animal) can be caught and penned
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
twenty-fiveadjectiveUS /ˈtwentifaɪv/
being five more than twenty
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
the topmost one of two
From this reading The other end of the string was tied to the extremity of the upper willow branch, which was then bent down until the noose hung over the hole.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
a Caucasian
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
marked by extreme lack of restraint or control
From this reading They set steel traps in the neighboring sand-banks, and caught many ground-squirrels, some of which they offered to the white men for twenty-five cents a pair; but while ducks, ptarmigan, and occasionally a wild swan or rabbit could be shot, no one was inclined to buy.
willownounUS /ˈwɪloʊ/
any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
in the company of; together with
From this reading These were simple, and consisted of a strong but slender willow branch, fixed firmly in the bank high above the hole in a nearly horizontal position, a stronger stick similarly set between the other and the hole, and a piece of string with a slip-noose at one end.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading David and Roly thought, however, that it would do no harm to catch ground-squirrels for themselves, and they set about making snares.
