Chapter VII · Down the River

the criminal act of capturing and carrying away by force a family member; if a man's wife is abducted it is a crime against the family relationship and against the wife

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

anew

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

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

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

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

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

having a base

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

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From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

plural of “canoe” — small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

a person who is in charge

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

(often followed by “from”) not alike; different in nature or quality

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

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From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

put on clothes

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

a feeling of excitement

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

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From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

a predisposition to like something

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

a young female

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

powerful brownish-yellow bear of the uplands of western North America

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

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

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

only a very short time before

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

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

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

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

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

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

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

possessive form of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

heighten or intensify

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

a device that requires skill for proper use

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

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

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

superlative of “lively” — full of life and energy

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

the trade of cutting or preparing or selling timber

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

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

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

having spots or patches of color

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

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

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

the act of obeying; dutiful or submissive behavior with respect to another person

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

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

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

past form of “reveal” — make visible

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

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

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

an external body part consisting of feathers or hair about the neck of a bird or other animal

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

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

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

an instance of visual perception

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

a message expressing an opinion based on incomplete evidence

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

confined on all sides

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

crush together or collapse

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

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

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

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

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Again and again they looked through the instrument, although the first glance had shown them Little Rifle’s identity beyond all question.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

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

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

someone who sets traps for animals (usually to obtain their furs)

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

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

From this reading Passing the telescope back to Harry, the two instantly resumed their pursuit of the canoes, the mottled grizzly following them with the same dog-like fondness and obedience, now and then lumbering out of sight, but never for any length of time.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

a vivid mental image

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.

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

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The trapper was almost equally positive, that the form immediately next to her was that of the chief Maquesa—although in this, his conclusion was hardly based upon what the glass revealed, but upon his own knowledge and previous supposition of the Indian’s part in the abduction of the girl.

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

From this reading Her size and dress, and general appearance, so distinct from that of the Blackfeet by which she was surrounded, made it impossible to mistake her.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The vision as told by the field-glass could but inspire both Old Ruff and Harry Northend with the liveliest hope and enthusiasm.