Chapter XIII

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

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

having companions or an escort

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

something added to another thing but not an essential part of it

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

out of bed

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

the first light of day

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

a flexible container with a single opening

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

plural of “ball” — round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

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From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

-ing form of “consist” — originate

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

an informal term for a father; probably derived from baby talk

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

a female human offspring

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

fixed or established especially by order or command

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

being one more than seven

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

provide as food

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

come or bring to a finish or an end

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

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

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

having or involving the use of hands

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

put a harness

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

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

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

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

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

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

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

someone in charge of other people

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

plural of “kennel” — outbuilding that serves as a shelter for a dog

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

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

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

absolutely essential

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

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

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

according to the clock

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

any competition

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

grains used as food either unpolished or more often polished

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

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

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

an inn (usually outside city limits on a main road) providing meals and liquor and dancing and (sometimes) gambling

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

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

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

carry out

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

obtained from suet and used in making soap, candles and lubricants

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

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

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

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

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

throw or toss with a light motion

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

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

From this reading THE START The camp of Nolan was early astir the following morning.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

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

From this reading Then, we’ll harness them and take a turn or two on the river.

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

From this reading At six o’clock Old Man Gordon accompanied his daughter to the dog kennels which, in the land of the strong cold, is a necessary adjunct to every roadhouse.

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

From this reading The entertainment committee, consisting of Crim, the trader; Clem Wilcox, proprietor of the Aurora Borealis Saloon; and Henshaw, keeper of the roadhouse; had decreed that the dog race was to start at eight o’clock, in order that the other events should be out of the way before the finish of the race late in the afternoon.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Lou handed her father the canvas bag containing the balls of tallow and rice: “You had better feed them this morning, dad,” she advised, “Begin with Skookum and toss one to each.