used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading But for the moment he was masterless, and the boy felt a little lost.
in addition
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
AMERICANSnounUS /əˈmerəkənz/
plural of “american” — a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
AREauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
Ariz
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From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
a youthful male person
From this reading But for the moment he was masterless, and the boy felt a little lost.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But for the moment he was masterless, and the boy felt a little lost.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
CanyonnounUS /ˈkænjən/
a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
compassnounUS /ˈkʌmpəs/
navigational instrument for finding directions
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
a British peer of the highest rank
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
dwindledverbUS /ˈdwɪndəld/
past form of “dwindle” — become smaller or lose substance
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
the boundary of a surface
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
elationnounUS /ɪˈleɪʃən/
an exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism; an absence of depression
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
Not remembered; lapsed from memory.
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
destroyed or killed
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
heliographnoun
an apparatus for sending telegraphic messages by using a mirror to turn the sun's rays off and on
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
instructionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈstrʌkʃənz/
a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
instrumentnounUS /ˈɪnstrəmənt/
a device that requires skill for proper use
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
intrusted
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From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
issueverbUS /ˈɪʃuː/
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
go away from a place
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading But for the moment he was masterless, and the boy felt a little lost.
lonelinessnounUS /ˈloʊnlinəs/
the state of being alone in solitary isolation
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading But for the moment he was masterless, and the boy felt a little lost.
mailnounUS /meɪl/
the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
Masseth
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From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
Masseth's
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From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
masterlessadjective
having no lord or master
From this reading But for the moment he was masterless, and the boy felt a little lost.
a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
a particular point in time
From this reading But for the moment he was masterless, and the boy felt a little lost.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
an announcement containing information about an event
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
and nothing more
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
packedadjectiveUS /pækt/
extremely crowed or filled to capacity
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
PrescottnounUS /ˈpreskɑːt/
a town in central Arizona
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
presumptionnounUS /prɪˈzʌmpʃən/
an assumption that is taken for granted
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
realizationnounUS /ˈriːləˈzeɪʃən/
coming to understand something clearly and distinctly
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
get something; come into possession of
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
Roger
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From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
put a saddle on
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
in the near future
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
SurveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
carry out
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
in or at that place or location
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
ungainlyadjectiveUS /ənˈɡeɪnli/
lacking grace in movement or posture
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
at the time that
From this reading So when Roger had packed the little heliograph instrument in as small compass as possible, in order that it might not be ungainly in the saddle, and gone to the edge of the Canyon to look over, the scene struck him with loneliness.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
which person or people
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
in the company of; together with
From this reading AMERICANS THAT ARE FORGOTTEN The elation that Roger felt over the successful issue of the heliograph message with which he had been intrusted soon dwindled away under the realization that he did not know what was coming next.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Masseth had also told him to call for his mail, and of course the presumption was that he would there receive notice as to the next step in his Survey work.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The only instructions he had received were that he was to take Duke to Prescott, Ariz., there to leave him with certain friends of Masseth's who would take care of him.
