afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
at or in the front
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
assertionnounUS /əˈsɜːrʃən/
a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)
From this reading In one assertion, however, he was wide of the truth, or short of it.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
Bridger's
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From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
brieflyadverbUS /ˈbriːfli/
for a short time
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
civilizationnounUS /ˌsɪvəlɪˈzeɪʃən/
a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
destinationnounUS /ˌdestəˈneɪʃən/
the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
dictanounUS /ˈdɪktɑː/
plural of “dictum” — an authoritative declaration
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
half the width of an em
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
encampmentnounUS /ɪnˈkæmpmɪnt/
a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
ensueverbUS /ɪnˈsuː/
issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
fulfillverbUS /fʊlˈfɪl/
put in effect
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
hesitantadjectiveUS /ˈhezɪtənt/
lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading In one assertion, however, he was wide of the truth, or short of it.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
independentadjectiveUS /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt/
free from external control and constraint
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
instantaneousadjectiveUS /ˌɪnstənˈtæniəs/
occurring with no delay
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In one assertion, however, he was wide of the truth, or short of it.
jestingadjective
characterized by jokes and good humor
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
Jim
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
immediately past
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
used to form the superlative
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
information about recent and important events
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
past form of “pause” — interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
pilotverbUS /ˈpaɪlət/
operate an airplane
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
established beyond doubt
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
rapidadjectiveUS /ˈræpəd/
done or occurring in a brief period of time
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
regardingverbUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdɪŋ/
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
ROCKIESnounUS /ˈrɑːkiz/
the chief mountain range of western North America; extends from British Columbia to northern New Mexico; forms the continental divide
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
routenounUS /ruːt/
an established line of travel or access
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
rumnounUS /rʌm/
liquor distilled from fermented molasses
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
rumornounUS /ˈruːmər/
gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
Identical; not different.
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
scout'snounUS /skaʊts/
possessive form of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading In one assertion, however, he was wide of the truth, or short of it.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
speedilyadverbUS /ˈspiːdəli/
with speed
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
not in physical motion
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
moving very fast
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading So far from things being as bad as they could be, the rapid events of that same morning proved that still more confusion was to ensue, and that speedily.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
in every part of a place, or for the whole of a period
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
make physical contact with, come in contact with
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
trader'snounUS /ˈtreɪdərz/
possessive form of “trader” — someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
create by training and teaching
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading In one assertion, however, he was wide of the truth, or short of it.
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
wagonnounUS /ˈwæɡən/
any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In one assertion, however, he was wide of the truth, or short of it.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading He paused briefly at one or another wagon after he had made his own animals comfortable, laughing and jesting in his own independent way, _en route_ to fulfill his promise to himself regarding the trader's rum.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
at the time that
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading In most ways the old scout's wide experience gave his dicta value.
in the company of; together with
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading WHEN THE ROCKIES FELL The news of Jim Bridger's arrival, and the swift rumor that he would serve as pilot for the train over the dangerous portion of the route ahead, spread an instantaneous feeling of relief throughout the hesitant encampment at this, the last touch with civilization east of the destination.
