Chapter VII

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

in addition

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading "Don't be frightened, Aunt Constance," said Raoul sturdily.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.

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

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

a cruelly rapacious person

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

short-tailed wildcats with usually tufted ears; valued for their fur

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

past form of “challenge” — take exception to

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

a lake in southeastern Germany on the northern side of the Swiss Alps; forms part of the Rhine River

From this reading "Don't be frightened, Aunt Constance," said Raoul sturdily.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

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

From this reading "Don't be frightened, Aunt Constance," said Raoul sturdily.

plural of “evergreen” — a plant having foliage that persists and remains green throughout the year

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

the act of fighting; any contest or struggle

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

made afraid

From this reading "Don't be frightened, Aunt Constance," said Raoul sturdily.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

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

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

discover the location of; determine the place of; find by searching or examining

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

title used for a married Frenchwoman

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

engage in

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

a particular point in time

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

the quality of being unclear or abstruse and hard to understand

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

past form of “peer” — look searchingly

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.

large American feline resembling a lion

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Don't be frightened, Aunt Constance," said Raoul sturdily.

utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

hit with a missile from a weapon

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim

From this reading "I'll shoot him dead the moment I see him," and he brought his gun to his shoulder as he spoke.

in a sturdy manner

From this reading "Don't be frightened, Aunt Constance," said Raoul sturdily.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid dimensions

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.

up to a particular time

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.

the act of using

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

precisely as stated

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

at the time that

From this reading What Madame meant by _loup cervier_ was what is now known as the "Indian Devil," or catamount, a species of puma that could be very dangerous when in a fighting humour, as this one evidently was.

an old word meaning “from where”

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

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

From this reading AT CLOSE QUARTERS Raoul knew the scream also, and something about the animal from whence it came, and he first looked carefully at his gun to make sure that it was ready for instant use, and then peered into the obscurity of the thick evergreens, in the attempt to locate the fierce brute which had thus challenged their passing.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Wait, wait until you can see him plainly," said Madame under her breath.