Chapter VIII · Smoke Finds Employment

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

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

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

intelligence manifested by being astute (as in business dealings)

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

having little elasticity; hence easily cracked or fractured or snapped

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

treated by heating to a high temperature but below the melting or fusing point

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

plural of “cabin” — small room on a ship or boat where people sleep

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

relating to or characteristic of the Celts

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

plural of “coat” — an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

possessive form of “david” — patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

past form of “drift” — be in motion due to some air or water current

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

plural of “edge” — the boundary of a surface

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

plural of “essential” — anything indispensable

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

divisible by two

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

plural of “flake” — a crystal of snow

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

the motion made by flapping up and down

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

coins made of gold

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

plural of “grass” — narrow-leaved green herbage: grown as lawns; used as pasture for grazing animals; cut and dried as hay

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

plural of “harbinger” — something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

plural of “heel” — the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

the work of cleaning and running a house

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

in an imperceptible manner or to an imperceptible degree

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

free from external control and constraint

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

connected by participation or association or use

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

a point or extent in space

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

the middle of the day

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

the month following October and preceding December

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

the month following September and preceding November

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

artifact consisting of soft or resilient material used to fill or give shape or protect or add comfort

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

of or concerned with or related to the future

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

the acquisition of something for payment

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

(especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

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

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

the month following August and preceding October

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

get rid of

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

plural of “sleeve” — the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

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

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

offering safety; well protected or concealed

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

in a sparse way

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

agitating a liquid with an implement

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

a kitchen appliance used for cooking food

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

inflected form of “swing” — move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

a tart spicy quality

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

of a light brown to brownish orange color; the color of tanned leather

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

in or at that place or location

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading With Avery’s help he had built a snug winter camp near the three cabins, and although not in the best location available, it reflected some Celtic astuteness on David’s part, as it was centred on the prospective right-of-way of the new road.

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

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

in the direction of

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

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

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

up to a particular time

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

plural of “utensil” — an implement for practical use (especially in a household)

From this reading His present errand involved the purchase of a stove, cooking utensils, and the other essentials to independent housekeeping.

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

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

at the time that

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.

a Caucasian

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

in the company of; together with

From this reading With the keen tang of the first snow stirring his blood, David swung down the river-trail toward Tramworth, Smoke padding at his heels.

lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness

From this reading It was not until the sedges grew brittle on the river edges and the grasses withered that November sent forth its true harbingers of winter—small fluttering white flakes that covered the ground sparsely.

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

From this reading September drifted imperceptibly into October, and even then there were days when coats were shed and sleeves rolled up as the noon sun burned down on the tawny gold and scarlet of the woodside.