168
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From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
169
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From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
(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 PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
react verbally
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
installation from which a military force initiates operations
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
brushesnounUS /ˈbrʌʃɪz/
plural of “brush” — a dense growth of bushes
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
COSTUMESnounUS /kɑːˈstuːmz/
plural of “costume” — the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
CoveringnounUS /ˈkʌvərɪŋ/
a natural object that covers or envelops
From this reading Make the =Covering for the Wigwam= of six large double sheets of newspaper pasted together.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
increase twofold
From this reading Make the =Covering for the Wigwam= of six large double sheets of newspaper pasted together.
dustersnounUS /ˈdʌstərz/
plural of “duster” — a windstorm that lifts up clouds of dust or sand
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
featherverbUS /ˈfeðər/
join tongue and groove, in carpentry
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
FignounUS /fɪɡ/
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
frameworknounUS /ˈfreɪmwɜːrk/
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
come to pass
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Make the =Covering for the Wigwam= of six large double sheets of newspaper pasted together.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
long-handledadjective
having a long handle
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
engage in
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
muslinnounUS /ˈmʌzlən/
plain-woven cotton fabric
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
absolutely essential
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
NEWSPAPERSnounUS /ˈnuːzpeɪpərz/
plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
and nothing more
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
outfitnounUS /ˈaʊtfɪt/
any cohesive unit such as a military company
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
pastedadjectiveUS /ˈpeɪstɪd/
affixed or as if affixed with glue or paste
From this reading Make the =Covering for the Wigwam= of six large double sheets of newspaper pasted together.
the act of playing a musical instrument
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
polesnounUS /poʊlz/
plural of “pole” — a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
requiresverbUS /riˈkwaɪərz/
third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
any broad thin expanse or surface
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
sheetsnounUS /ʃiːts/
plural of “sheet” — any broad thin expanse or surface
From this reading Make the =Covering for the Wigwam= of six large double sheets of newspaper pasted together.
marked by correspondence or resemblance
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading Make the =Covering for the Wigwam= of six large double sheets of newspaper pasted together.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
be standing; be upright
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
not moving or operating freely
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
to a sufficient degree
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
supportsnounUS /səˈpɔːrts/
plural of “support” — the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
From this reading The sheet, not being stiff like the paper, requires more supports to make it stand out sufficiently.
tent-fashion
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From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
tepees
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From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
TienounUS /taɪ/
neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
the upper part of anything
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
the act of using
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
at the time that
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
a Caucasian
From this reading Only three poles will be needed when the covering is of newspaper, but if you do not happen to have enough newspapers on hand for the entire outfit of tepees and costumes, you can use a white muslin sheet for the wigwam, in which case four poles will be needed (Fig. 169).
wigwamnounUS /ˈwɪɡwɑːm/
a Native American lodge frequently having an oval shape and covered with bark or hides
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
in the company of; together with
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading PLAYING INDIANS WITH COSTUMES MADE OF NEWSPAPERS THE best framework for a newspaper wigwam can be made of long-handled feather dusters, but long-handled brushes, or poles of any kind you may happen to have, will answer the purpose; all that is necessary is something you can make into a framework similar to Fig. 168.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Tie your poles together at the top and spread them out at the base, tent-fashion.
