Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

later than; following

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

anew

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

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

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

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

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

plural of “call” — a telephone connection

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

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From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading "That's what Jim Plimsoll meant by his 'deal.'

a judgment disposing of the matter without a trial

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

an explosive containing nitrate sensitized with nitroglycerin absorbed on wood pulp

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

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

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

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From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

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

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

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

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

hardy English breed of cattle raised extensively in United States

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

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

From this reading "That's what Jim Plimsoll meant by his 'deal.'

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

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

plural of “interest” — a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

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

From this reading "That's what Jim Plimsoll meant by his 'deal.'

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

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

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading "That's what Jim Plimsoll meant by his 'deal.'

the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

the ancient prophet whose writings were revealed to Joseph Smith who founded the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

From this reading "There's the thorn under _that_ saddle," said Sandy to Mormon.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

above and across; more than

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

plural of “partner” — a person's partner in marriage

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

Apostle and patron saint of Ireland; an English missionary to Ireland in the 5th century

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

waterlines to show the level the water should reach when the ship is properly loaded

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

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

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

land and the buildings on it

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

someone who explores an area for mineral deposits

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

restored to consciousness or life or vigor

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

plural of “rider” — a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

plural of “rumor” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

put a saddle on

From this reading "There's the thorn under _that_ saddle," said Sandy to Mormon.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

in a swift manner

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

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

From this reading "That's what Jim Plimsoll meant by his 'deal.'

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

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

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

From this reading "There's the thorn under _that_ saddle," said Sandy to Mormon.

something that causes irritation and annoyance

From this reading "There's the thorn under _that_ saddle," said Sandy to Mormon.

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

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

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

From this reading Neither of the partners paid much attention to a report so often revived by rumor and as swiftly dying out again.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading "There's the thorn under _that_ saddle," said Sandy to Mormon.

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

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "That's what Jim Plimsoll meant by his 'deal.'

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

From this reading But the man said that Plimsoll had stated that he expected to go over to the mining camp in the interests of claims located by Patrick Casey in which he had a half-interest, by reason of having grubstaked the prospector.

in the company of; together with

From this reading SANDY CALLS THE TURN It was a week after Plimsoll's dismissal from the Three Star premises, that one of the riders, coming back from Hereford with the mail, brought rumors of a new strike at Dynamite.