Chapter VII · Chapter 7

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

later than; following

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

the flow of blood from a ruptured blood vessel

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

exhale hard

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

placed in a grave

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

plural of “canoe” — small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

have or possess in combination

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and Central and South America since pre-Columbian times

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

the skilled practice of a practical occupation

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

wood of any of various cypress trees especially of the genus Cupressus

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

past form of “dart” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

the organ of sight

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

a ceremonial dinner party for many people

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

the activity of flying a glider

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

a quick look

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

understanding with difficulty

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

in a hurried or hasty manner

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

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

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

having a heading or course in a certain direction

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

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

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

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

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

past form of “launch” — set up or found

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

a feeling of joy and pride

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

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 On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

become covered with mist

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

a particular point in time

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

without a sound

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

above and across; more than

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

propel with a paddle

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

plural of “pine” — a coniferous tree

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

skillful after much practice

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

with speed

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

chosen in preference to another

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

a member of the Muskhogean people who moved into Florida in the 18th century

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

move hurridly

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

inflected form of “spring” — move forward by leaps and bounds

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

impressive in appearance

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step

From this reading In a moment he selected one that promised to combine lightness with speed, noiselessly launched it, and stepped into it.

inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

(of muscles) relieved of stiffness by stretching

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

drench or submerge or be drenched or submerged

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

in a swift manner

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

(used in the plural) trousers that end at or above the knee

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

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

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Grasping a paddle, he headed the stolen craft down the river, and was quickly buried in the mist that rose from its surface.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading After Chitta struck Has-se the blow that stretched him stunned and bleeding on the ground, he sprang into the forest, and gliding swiftly among the stately trunks of the solemn pines, made his way to the river.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

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

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.

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

From this reading CHITTA BECOMES A SEMINOLE In order to account for the presence of the canoe of which Rene and Has-se had caught a glimpse, as it darted in among the black shadows of the cypress forest in the great swamp, we must go back to the night that followed the Feast of Ripe Corn.

in the company of; together with

From this reading On its bank were drawn up many canoes, over which Chitta glanced hastily, but with a practised eye.