used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
the two together, not just one
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
broadenedverbUS /ˈbrɔːdənd/
past form of “broaden” — make broader
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
builded
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From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading But the change in Chip puzzled him.
being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
ChipnounUS /tʃɪp/
a small fragment of something broken off from the whole
From this reading But the change in Chip puzzled him.
coaxedverbUS /koʊkst/
past form of “coax” — influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
unvarying in nature
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
Cy
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From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
Cy's
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From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
eageradjectiveUS /ˈiːɡər/
having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
encouragedadjectiveUS /enˈkɜːrɪdʒd/
inspired with confidence
From this reading His success, too, had encouraged him.
far-sighted
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From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
fishernounUS /ˈfɪʃər/
someone whose occupation is catching fish
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
yet to be or coming
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
assemble or get together
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
gumnounUS /ɡʌm/
a preparation (usually made of sweetened chicle) for chewing
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
gum-gathering
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From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His success, too, had encouraged him.
hiringverbUS /ˈhaɪrɪŋ/
-ing form of “hire” — engage or hire for work
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His success, too, had encouraged him.
pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals)
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
a boy or man
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
immediately past
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
the force of workers available
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
minknounUS /mɪŋk/
the expensive fur of a mink
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
musclenounUS /ˈmʌsəl/
one of the contractile organs of the body
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
otternounUS /ˈɑːtər/
the fur of an otter
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
philosophynounUS /fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi/
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
plannedadjectiveUS /plænd/
designed or carried out according to a plan
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
preparationnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃən/
the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
filled with bewilderment
From this reading But the change in Chip puzzled him.
RaynounUS /reɪ/
a column of light (as from a beacon)
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
cut with a saw
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
use up a period of time in a specific way
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading His success, too, had encouraged him.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
in or at that place or location
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading His success, too, had encouraged him.
trampsnounUS /træmpz/
plural of “tramp” — a vagrant
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
make an effort or attempt
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
unremittingadjectiveUS /ˌʌnrɪˈmɪtɪŋ/
uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
vocationnounUS /voʊˈkeɪʃən/
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He was eager to try another season there, and planned for hiring men to gather gum, and saw in this vocation possible future.
at the time that
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
wildcatnounUS /ˈwaɪldkæt/
an exploratory oil well drilled in land not known to be an oil field
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
wildernessnounUS /ˈwɪldərnəs/
(politics) a state of disfavor
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
wiseradjectiveUS /ˈwaɪzər/
comparative of “wise” — having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading Old Cy had builded wiser than he realized when he coaxed Ray to spend a winter in the woods.
zestfuladjectiveUS /ˈzestfəl/
marked by spirited enjoyment
From this reading The long tramps through the vast wilderness; the keen hunt for signs of mink, fisher, otter, and wildcat, with constant guard against danger; the unremitting though zestful labor of gum-gathering; the far-sighted need for winter preparation; and last but not least Old Cy's cheerful philosophy, had broadened the lad and developed both muscle and mind.
