used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
(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 What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
for the reason that
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading Entangled with one horse, a man’s body was seen.
(used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
no longer having or seeming to have or expecting to have life
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
determineverbUS /dəˈtɜːrmən/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
EntangledadjectiveUS /enˈtæŋɡəld/
deeply involved especially in something complicated
From this reading Entangled with one horse, a man’s body was seen.
a competitor thought likely to win
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
set up or found
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
provoking horror
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading Entangled with one horse, a man’s body was seen.
plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
indescribablyadverb
to an inexpressible degree
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
ironstone
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On it were scattered masses of ironstone.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading On it were scattered masses of ironstone.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
abrupt electric discharge from cloud to cloud or from cloud to earth accompanied by the emission of light
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Entangled with one horse, a man’s body was seen.
massesnounUS /ˈmæsəz/
the common people generally
From this reading On it were scattered masses of ironstone.
metalnounUS /ˈmetəl/
any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc.
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
not any; not one
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Entangled with one horse, a man’s body was seen.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
uttered with a trill
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
cut with a saw
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
occurring or distributed over widely spaced and irregular intervals in time or space
From this reading On it were scattered masses of ironstone.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Entangled with one horse, a man’s body was seen.
the state of being covered with unclean things
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
Steve
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
plural of “ti” — a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
twistedadjectiveUS /ˈtwɪstɪd/
having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading On it were scattered masses of ironstone.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading What they saw was this-- Two horses, dead and all twisted up as if they had no bones in their bodies, indescribably horrible to see.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Whether there was any kind of metal present in the soil of the hill, or whether it was because it was the highest spot in the neighbourhood, Steve could _not_ determine, but he later on learned that this was a favourite spot for the lightning to strike down on.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading ’TIS THE WILL OF GOD The hill on which they found themselves was the highest point of the rolling plain.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Entangled with one horse, a man’s body was seen.
