Chapter XV

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

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

move forward, also in the metaphorical sense

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

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From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading SURROUNDED BY RED-SKINS.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

patterned with alternating squares of color

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

a person who is in charge

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

used of skin roughened as a result of cold or exposure

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

plural of “defender” — a person who cares for persons or property

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

plural of “footstep” — the sound of a step of someone walking

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

plural of “fugitive” — someone who flees from an uncongenial situation

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

past form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

-ing form of “gallop” — ride at a galloping pace

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

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From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

ten 10s

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

characterized by undue haste and lack of thought or deliberation

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

most important element

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

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

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

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

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

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

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

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

From this reading SURROUNDED BY RED-SKINS.

given added strength or support

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

past form of “rejoin” — join again

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

plural of “rifle” — a shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

cut with a saw

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

be standing; be upright

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

confined on all sides

From this reading SURROUNDED BY RED-SKINS.

plural of “survivor” — one who lives through affliction

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

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

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

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

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

the upper part of anything

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

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

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "Now, boys, we can go up to the top, but first let us see how we stand.

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

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

having wheels; often used in combination

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

at the time that

From this reading Some of the more impetuous spirits had, however, ridden on, and were some distance in advance when the rifles of the defenders cracked out.

plural of “white” — a Caucasian

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.

which person or people

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

people who are wounded

From this reading Four of the Indians fell from their horses, three others were wounded, and these, with their companions, wheeled round and rejoined the main body, who now, at the order of their chief, fell back, and were, a few minutes later, reinforced by the band that had followed on the footsteps of the fugitives.

plural of “yard” — a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride

From this reading The large band of Indians had checked their horses some five hundred yards from the foot of the buttes as they saw the survivors of the party in front galloping back to them, and realized that the whites had gained shelter.