used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
blanketnounUS /ˈblæŋkət/
bedding that keeps a person warm in bed
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
blanketsnounUS /ˈblæŋkəts/
plural of “blanket” — bedding that keeps a person warm in bed
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
crawledverbUS /krɔːld/
past form of “crawl” — move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
CRIBBAGEnounUS /ˈkrɪbɪdʒ/
a card game (usually for two players) in which each player is dealt six cards and discards one or two
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
the first light of day
From this reading For eight o’clock in the morning in December is not yet dawn on the Yukon.
DecembernounUS /dɪˈsembər/
the last (12th) month of the year
From this reading For eight o’clock in the morning in December is not yet dawn on the Yukon.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
dispersedadjectiveUS /dɪˈspɜːrst/
distributed or spread over a considerable extent
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
being one more than seven
From this reading For eight o’clock in the morning in December is not yet dawn on the Yukon.
else
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
explanationsnounUS /ˌekspləˈneɪʃənz/
plural of “explanation” — a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
the act of fighting; any contest or struggle
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
people in general (often used in the plural)
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For eight o’clock in the morning in December is not yet dawn on the Yukon.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
futileadjectiveUS /ˈfjuːtəl/
producing no result or effect
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
habitations
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From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
half-heartedadjectiveUS /ˈhæfhɑːrtɪd/
feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
invadedverbUS /ˌɪnˈveɪdəd/
past form of “invade” — march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading For eight o’clock in the morning in December is not yet dawn on the Yukon.
showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
the force of workers available
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading For eight o’clock in the morning in December is not yet dawn on the Yukon.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading For eight o’clock in the morning in December is not yet dawn on the Yukon.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
PouringadjectiveUS /ˈpɔːrɪŋ/
flowing profusely
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
protestsnounUS /ˈproʊtests/
plural of “protest” — a formal and solemn declaration of objection
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
raidverbUS /reɪd/
search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
robenounUS /roʊb/
any loose flowing garment
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
SaloonnounUS /səˈluːn/
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
screamingadjectiveUS /ˈskriːmɪŋ/
so extremely intense as to evoke screams
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
sourdoughs
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From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
express in speech
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
sub-Arctic
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
threesnounUS /θriːz/
plural of “three” — the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
twosnounUS /tuːz/
plural of “two” — the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading Few of the men could speak or understand the Indian tongue, and few of the Indians could understand English.
VociferousadjectiveUS /voʊˈsɪfərəs/
conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
warmlyadverbUS /ˈwɔːrmli/
in a hearty manner
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
which person or people
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
showing curiosity
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak
From this reading Vociferous explanations were as futile as were the half-hearted, wondering protests of the Indians as their children were seized, wrapped warmly in the first blanket or robe that came to hand, and carried screaming and fighting out into the sub-Arctic night.
but in spite of that
From this reading Pouring through the door of the Golden North Saloon the men, shouting and laughing, dispersed in every direction, and in twos and threes invaded the habitations of the Indians, who had not yet crawled from between their blankets.
YukonnounUS /ˈjuːkɑːn/
a North American river that flows westward from the Yukon Territory through central Alaska to the Bering Sea
From this reading A GAME OF CRIBBAGE The Indians of the Yukon are a gentle folk, else that early morning raid of the sourdoughs had produced a war.
