used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
(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 But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
areasnounUS /ˈeriəz/
plural of “area” — a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
barsnounUS /bɑːrz/
gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
for the reason that
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
belongingnounUS /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/
happiness felt in a secure relationship
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
plural of “boot” — footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
claynounUS /kleɪ/
a very fine-grained soil that is plastic when moist but hard when fired
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
conformverbUS /kənˈfɔːrm/
be similar, be in line with
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
provide with a covering or cause to be covered
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
traveling across
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
DepartmentnounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
a specialized division of a large organization
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
depressionsnounUS /dɪˈpreʃənz/
plural of “depression” — a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
depthnounUS /depθ/
the extent downward or backward or inward
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
driversnounUS /ˈdraɪvərz/
plural of “driver” — the operator of a motor vehicle
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
EarlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
the boundary of a surface
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
divisible by two
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
more distant in especially space or time
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
flowingnounUS /ˈfloʊɪŋ/
the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
fordnounUS /fɔːrd/
United States film maker (1896-1973)
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
FORDINGnoun
the act of crossing a stream or river by wading or in a car or on a horse
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
garmentsnounUS /ˈɡɑːrmənts/
plural of “garment” — an article of clothing
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
hurriedlyadverbUS /ˈhɜːridli/
in a hurried or hasty manner
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
the act of departing
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
limitedadjectiveUS /ˈlɪmətəd/
small in range or scope
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
loadedadjectiveUS /ˈloʊdɪd/
filled with a great quantity
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
engage in
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
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 During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
the force of workers available
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
water soaked soil; soft wet earth
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
opaqueadjectiveUS /oʊˈpeɪk/
not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant energy; impenetrable to sight
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
perceptiblyadverb
in a noticeable manner
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
PLATTEnounUS /plæt/
a river in Nebraska that flows eastward to become a tributary of the Missouri River
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
continue talking
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
separated in relationship by a given degree of descent
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
requirementsnounUS /rɪˈkwaɪrmənts/
plural of “requirement” — required activity
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
risenadjectiveUS /ˈrɪzən/
(of e.g. celestial bodies) above the horizon
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
river'snounUS /ˈrɪvərz/
possessive form of “river” — a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
not in physical motion
From this reading A number of teams belonging to different parties were hurriedly prepared to make the crossing, as the river was still rising.
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
surgingadjectiveUS /ˈsɜːrdʒɪŋ/
characterized by great swelling waves or surges
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
possessing sweep
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
in a swift manner
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
teamsnounUS /tiːmz/
plural of “team” — a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
uncertainadjectiveUS /ənˈsɜːrtən/
lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
wagonsnounUS /ˈwæɡənz/
plural of “wagon” — any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
wardrobesnounUS /ˈwɔːrdroʊbz/
plural of “wardrobe” — a tall piece of furniture that provides storage space for clothes; has a door and rails or hooks for hanging clothes
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
United States actress and singer (1896-1977)
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading FORDING THE PLATTE IN HIGH WATER Early on the following morning, as a sufficient number of men and teams to conform to the requirements of the War Department had been reported as ready to proceed, we were at the river's edge prepared to attempt the ford.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
belonging to which person
From this reading Many drivers removed their boots, and a few whose wardrobes were limited went even farther and hung the greater part of their garments in wagons.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading During low water many of the numerous sand bars in the river cover wide areas.
in the company of; together with
From this reading But now the swiftly surging waters which had risen perceptibly during the night swept over all the island bars, leaving the depressions between them of uncertain depth, because the water loaded with clay and sand was opaque as flowing mud can be.
