Chapter XXVII · Chapter 27

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From this reading August 27.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

be able to spare or give up

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

later than; following

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

surrounded by; in the company of

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

past form of “ascribe” — attribute or credit to

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

confidently declared to be so

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

the month following July and preceding September

From this reading August 27.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

plural of “canoe” — small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

a North American river; rises in southwestern Canada and flows southward across Washington to form the border between Washington and Oregon before emptying into the Pacific; known for its salmon runs in the spring

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

of persons; not subject to change

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

very strong; urgently felt

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

past form of “contradict” — be in contradiction with

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

having the power or quality of deciding

From this reading We were now occupied in determining our route and procuring horses from the Indians.

plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

put on clothes

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

plural of “establishment” — the act of forming or establishing something

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

someone employed to conduct others

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

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

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

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

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

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

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

in a hospitable manner

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

someone who mediates between speakers of different languages

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

the place where two or more things come together

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

an event that causes someone to die

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

take somebody somewhere

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

United States rock star singer and pianist (born in 1935)

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

most important element

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

social deportment

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

commodities offered for sale

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

used to form the superlative

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

the condition of being essential or indispensable

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading We were now occupied in determining our route and procuring horses from the Indians.

held or filled or in use

From this reading We were now occupied in determining our route and procuring horses from the Indians.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading We were now occupied in determining our route and procuring horses from the Indians.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

carry out or perform an action

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

third-person singular of “precede” — be earlier in time; go back further

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

continue talking

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

-ing form of “procure” — get by special effort

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

the activity of protecting someone or something

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

plural of “rapid” — a part of a river where the current is very fast

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

made less in size or amount or degree

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

something left after other parts have been taken away

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

plural of “report” — a written document describing the findings of some individual or group

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

bring to an end; settle conclusively

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

an established line of travel or access

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

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

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

a social division of (usually preliterate) people

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We were now occupied in determining our route and procuring horses from the Indians.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

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

From this reading We were now occupied in determining our route and procuring horses from the Indians.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

which person or people

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

hope for; have a wish

From this reading This representation we ascribed to a wish on their part to keep us with them during the winter, as well for the protection we might afford against their enemies, as for the purpose of consuming our merchandise amongst them; and as the old man promised to conduct us himself, that route seemed to be the most eligible.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The party, after procuring horses from the Shoshonees, proceed on their journey through the mountains--The difficulties and dangers of the route--A council held with another band of the Shoshonees, of whom some account is given--They are reduced to the necessity of killing their horses for food--Captain Clarke with a small party precedes the main body in quest of food, and is hospitably received by the Pierced-nose Indians--Arrival of the main body amongst this tribe, with whom a council is held--They resolve to perform the remainder of their journey in canoes--Sickness of the party--They descend the Kooskooskee to its junction with Lewis river, after passing several dangerous rapids--Short description of the manners and dress of the Pierced-nose Indians.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading The old guide who had been sent on by captain Clarke, now confirmed, by means of our interpreter, what he had already asserted, of a road up Berry creek which would lead to Indian establishments on another branch of the Columbia: his reports however were contradicted by all the Shoshonees.