used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
in addition
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
past form of “approach” — move towards
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
attackingadjectiveUS /əˈtækɪŋ/
disposed to attack
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
attemptingverbUS /əˈtemptɪŋ/
-ing form of “attempt” — make an effort or attempt
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
canoesnounUS /kəˈnuːz/
plural of “canoe” — small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
ChamplainnounUS /ʃæmˈpleɪn/
French explorer in Nova Scotia who established a settlement on the site of modern Quebec (1567-1635)
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
provide with a covering or cause to be covered
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
causing or capable of causing death
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
command with authority
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
dismissedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmɪst/
having lost your job
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
FOESnounUS /foʊz/
plural of “foe” — an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force)
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
followersnounUS /ˈfɑːloʊərz/
a group of followers or enthusiasts
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
glidedverbUS /ˈɡlaɪdɪd/
past form of “glide” — move smoothly and effortlessly
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
guidedadjectiveUS /ˈɡaɪdəd/
subject to guidance or control especially after launching
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
ten 10s
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
Hurons
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From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
invadersnounUS /ˌɪnˈveɪdərz/
plural of “invader” — someone who enters by force in order to conquer
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
IroquoisnounUS /ˈɪrəkwɔɪ/
any member of the warlike North American Indian peoples formerly living in New York State; the Iroquois League were allies of the British during the American Revolution
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
Kaweras
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From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
indicating the most important performer or role
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
Longfeather
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From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
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 A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
night-shadows
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
obstructverbUS /əbˈstrʌkt/
hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
ontoprepositionUS /ˈɑːntuː/
moving to a position on a surface
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
outletnounUS /ˈaʊtlet/
a place of business for retailing goods
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
prophecynounUS /ˈprɒf.ə.si/
A prediction of what will happen in the future, often divinely or magically inspired.
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
Sacandaga
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From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
scoutnounUS /skaʊt/
a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
a male human offspring
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
in the near future
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
carry out
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading He had thought of attempting a night surprise of the northern invaders by attacking their camp under cover of darkness; but this plan was dismissed almost as soon as formed, for he remembered the prophecy of Kaweras.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
waterfallsnounUS /ˈwɔːtərfɔːlz/
plural of “waterfall” — a steep descent of the water of a river
From this reading A MEETING OF DEADLY FOES After carrying their canoes around the two waterfalls that obstruct the outlet of Lake George, the Iroquois finally glided like so many night-shadows out onto the surface of Lake Champlain.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
in or at the place that
From this reading Then, guided by the son of Longfeather, they approached the place where he had seen the Hurons.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The fight in which the Iroquois were to be successful must take place in broad daylight and on a fair morning.
which person or people
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Sacandaga had entered the canoe of the young scout that he might learn more fully what had happened during the past two days; also his place was in the leading canoe, that from it he might direct the movements of his followers, who were now nearly two hundred in number.
