used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
all-importantadjective
of the greatest importance
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
arthquake
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From this reading “_It was the ’arthquake!_” was the astounding reply.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading He now ventured to ask the question.
astoundingadjectiveUS /əˈstaʊndɪŋ/
bewildering or striking dumb with wonder
From this reading “_It was the ’arthquake!_” was the astounding reply.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
auxiliaryadjectiveUS /ɑːɡˈzɪljəri/
functioning in a supporting capacity
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
the two together, not just one
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
a woman who has recently been married
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
compactnounUS /ˈkɑːmpækt/
a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
conjecturenounUS /kənˈdʒektʃər/
a hypothesis that has been formed by speculating or conjecturing (usually with little hard evidence)
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
make right or correct
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
desirousadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəs/
having or expressing desire for something
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
disappearancenounUS /ˌdɪsəˈpɪrəns/
the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
divisible by two
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
Hagar
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From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
annoy continually or chronically
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
heartyadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrti/
showing warm and heartfelt friendliness
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
manifestationnounUS /ˌmænəfeˈsteɪʃən/
a clear appearance
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
mountaineernounUS /ˈmaʊntɪnɪr/
someone who climbs mountains
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
of an obscure nature
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
as might be expected
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
not any; not one
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
Northend
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From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading He now ventured to ask the question.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
perceiveverbUS /pərˈsiːv/
to become aware of through the senses
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
preferencenounUS /ˈprefərəns/
a strong liking
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
preferredadjectiveUS /prəˈfɜːrd/
more desirable than another
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading He now ventured to ask the question.
renewalnounUS /rɪˈnuːəl/
the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading “_It was the ’arthquake!_” was the astounding reply.
steal goods; take as spoils
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
sealedadjectiveUS /siːld/
established irrevocably
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
trappernounUS /ˈtræpər/
someone who sets traps for animals (usually to obtain their furs)
From this reading But he was naturally desirous of hearing from the experienced trapper and mountaineer his theory to account for the mysterious disappearance of Little Rifle, as they both preferred to call her in preference to the new and correct name of Hagar.
past form of “venture” — proceed somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers
From this reading He now ventured to ask the question.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
which person or people
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
wildernessnounUS /ˈwɪldərnəs/
(politics) a state of disfavor
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Thus the compact was sealed, and Harry Northend already felt a renewal of hope at this hearty manifestation of confidence in him by the man who was to be the all-important auxiliary in the work of searching out his lost bride of the wilderness.
but in spite of that
From this reading As yet he had offered no conjecture, and indeed so far as Harry could perceive had not even given it a thought.
