used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
abusedadjectiveUS /əˈbjuːzd/
used improperly or excessively especially drugs
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
to a severe or serious degree
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
border-ruffian
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From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
plural of “case” — an occurrence of something
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
communitynounUS /kəˈmjuːnəti/
a group of people living in a particular local area
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
DESPERADOnounUS /ˌdespərˈɑːdoʊ/
a bold outlaw (especially on the American frontier)
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
characterized by great determination
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
DiggernounUS /ˈdɪɡər/
a laborer who digs
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
elementnounUS /ˈeləmənt/
an abstract part of something
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
exterminateverbUS /ɪkˈstɜːrməneɪt/
kill en masse; kill on a large scale; kill many
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
coins made of gold
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
highest in quality
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
huntersnounUS /ˈhʌntərz/
plural of “hunter” — someone who hunts game
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
the quality of being important and worthy of note
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
being nothing more than specified
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
MINESnounUS /maɪnz/
plural of “mine” — excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
miningnounUS /ˈmaɪnɪŋ/
the act of extracting ores or coal etc from the earth
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
outragesnounUS /ˈaʊtreɪdʒɪz/
plural of “outrage” — a feeling of righteous anger
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
any competition
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
referverbUS /rəˈfɜːr/
make reference to
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
resentedverbUS /riˈzentɪd/
past form of “resent” — feel bitter or indignant about
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
action taken in return for an injury or offense
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
plural of “sailor” — any member of a ship's crew
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
express in words
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
relating to human society and its members
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
subjugationnoun
forced submission to control by others
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading The consequence, a very natural one, was that in a spirit of revenge they resented such outrages by taking the lives of a few of those who abused them.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
subjected to a physical (or chemical) treatment or action or agent
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
tribenounUS /traɪb/
a social division of (usually preliterate) people
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
precisely as stated
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
warlikeadjectiveUS /ˈwɔːrlaɪk/
disposed to warfare or hard-line policies
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was during this season that an event of the greatest importance to the State and to the mining interest occurred.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading These Indians were in many cases very badly treated and abused, and many had been killed for mere sport by the border-ruffian element from the East.
which person or people
From this reading I refer to the subjugation of the Digger tribe of Indians, a warlike and savage race, who seemed determined to exterminate, if possible, the American race of gold hunters; that is to say, in the opinion of the business portion of the community who had something to sell.
past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading THE INDIAN WAR--A CHANGE IN THE SOCIAL CONDITIONS--THE DESPERADO--THE SAILORS--THE MINES WORKED OUT.
