45
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From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
assistantnounUS /əˈsɪstənt/
a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
BabenounUS /beɪb/
a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
BuckverbUS /bʌk/
to strive with determination
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
BudnounUS /bʌd/
a partially opened flower
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
Bud'snounUS /bʌdz/
possessive form of “bud” — a partially opened flower
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
CharacteristicnounUS /ˌkerəktərˈɪstɪk/
a prominent attribute or aspect of something
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
DiamondnounUS /ˈdaɪmənd/
a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
someone who is a detective
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
cause to move by pulling
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
having an (over)abundance of flesh
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
start firing a weapon
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
foremannounUS /ˈfɔːrmən/
a person who exercises control over workers
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
a quick look
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
gruntnounUS /ɡrʌnt/
the short low gruff noise of the kind made by hogs
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
holsternounUS /ˈhoʊlstər/
a sheath (usually leather) for carrying a handgun
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
instinctivelyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈstɪŋktɪvliː/
as a matter of instinct
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
leathernounUS /ˈleðər/
an animal skin made smooth and flexible by removing the hair and then tanning
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
Merkel
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From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
newcomernounUS /ˈnuːkʌmər/
any new participant in some activity
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
Nort
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From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
notedadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəd/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
protruded
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
cause to move by pulling
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
ranchnounUS /ræntʃ/
farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle)
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
REAPPEARANCEnounUS /ˌriːəˈpɪrəns/
the event of something appearing again
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
past form of “smile” — change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
a male human offspring
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
that is looked for
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
theirspronounUS /ðerz/
the one or ones belonging to them
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
ToothnounUS /tuːθ/
hard bonelike structures in the jaws of vertebrates; used for biting and chewing or for attack and defense
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
accept gladly
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
at the time that
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
an old word meaning “from where”
From this reading A STRANGE REAPPEARANCE Characteristic it was of Bud Merkel, being a son of the west as he was, that his hand instinctively sought the leather holster whence protruded the grim, black handle of his .45.
in or at the place that
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading But he did not draw the weapon, nor did Nort or Dick pull theirs, which they had started to get out when they noted Bud's action.
which person or people
From this reading For Bud smiled when he had a glimpse of the newcomer, and Buck Tooth, who had glanced up from where he was making the fire, gave a grunt of welcome.
XnounUS /eks/
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading "Babe!" exclaimed Nort, as he recognized the fat assistant foreman of Diamond X ranch.
