Chapter XXI · Chapter 21

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

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

(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 WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

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

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

having life or vigor or spirit

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

plural of “blanket” — bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

plural of “branch” — a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

an onerous or difficult concern

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

make (someone) agree, understand, or realize the truth or validity of something

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

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

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

(plural) the deepest and most remote part

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

an item of information that is typical of a class or group

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

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

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

plural of “fire” — the event of something burning (often destructive)

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

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

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

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

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

brought together in one place

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

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

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

destroyed or killed

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

plural of “guard” — a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

plural of “guerrilla” — a member of an irregular armed force that fights a stronger force by sabotage and harassment

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

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

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

plural of “intent” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

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

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

plural of “leaf” — the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

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

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

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

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

of an obscure nature

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

above and across; more than

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

publicly displayed

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

plural of “rebel” — “Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

relieve from

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

of something having the brown color of rust

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

the act of firing a projectile

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

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

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and granite and quartz and sand; used as a semiconductor in transistors

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

not in physical motion

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

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

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

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

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

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

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

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

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

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

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Si and Shorty gathered the boys together on the bank above the railroad cut, had fires built, posted a few guards, and ordered the rest of the boys to lie down and go to sleep.

a source of difficulty

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

-ing form of “unroll” — reverse the winding or twisting of

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

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

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

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

From this reading THOUGH Si and Shorty were certain that the trouble was over and the rebels all gone, it was impossible to convince the boys of this.

belonging to which person

From this reading They set the example by unrolling their own blankets at the foot of a little jack-oat, whose thickly-growing branches, still bearing a full burden of rusty-brown leaves, made an excellent substitute for a tent.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading WILD SHOOTING WAS ALL THAT SAVED A SURPRISED COLORED MAN.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.

but in spite of that

From this reading The sudden appearance of the guerrillas had been so mysterious that they could not rid themselves of the idea that the dark depths beyond the creek were yet filled with vicious foemen animated by dire intents.