Chapter XIII

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading A KING'S GREETING.

having companions or an escort

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

in actual fact

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

overfilled or compacted or concentrated

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

completed to perfection

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

(usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)

From this reading A KING'S GREETING.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

a small worthless amount

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

characterized by jokes and good humor

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading A KING'S GREETING.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

in large part; mainly or chiefly

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

(theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

A prediction of what will happen in the future, often divinely or magically inspired.

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

past form of “rear” — stand up on the hind legs, of quadrupeds

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

past form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

steal goods; take as spoils

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

plural of “shot” — the act of firing a projectile

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

small or little relative to something else

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

ascending to a level markedly higher than the usual

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

correct by punishment or discipline

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

the upper part of anything

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

plural of “tower” — a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading But he looked in vain for any sign of recognition from any of them; and it really seemed as though his own jesting prophecy were being actually fulfilled.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading They now arrived at a colossal edifice that reared its soaring walls and towers high up in the sky.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading They were mostly smaller than the one that had followed him from the mountain top down the canyon, though a few equalled it in size.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.

which person or people

From this reading During the walk--which now more resembled a procession, for they had been joined by numbers of the inhabitants who had heard the rifle shots and had come out in curiosity or alarm to inquire into the cause--Jack Templemore had observed many pumas that, like tame dogs, accompanied the people who crowded round them.