used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
in addition
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
auctioneernounUS /ˌɑːkʃəˈnɪr/
an agent who conducts an auction
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
auctioneer's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Ripley handed the money to the auctioneer's clerk.
bargainnounUS /ˈbɑːrɡən/
an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
bridlenounUS /ˈbraɪdəl/
headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts)
From this reading Ripley handed the money to the auctioneer's clerk.
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
From this reading A worn saddle cloth was "thrown in" for good measure.
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
(often used in combination) having a specified direction
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
plural of “dollar” — the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
having the pinkish flush of health
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
Fred
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading A worn saddle cloth was "thrown in" for good measure.
having or involving the use of hands
From this reading Ripley handed the money to the auctioneer's clerk.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A worn saddle cloth was "thrown in" for good measure.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
move something or somebody to a lower position
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading A worn saddle cloth was "thrown in" for good measure.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading Ripley handed the money to the auctioneer's clerk.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
persuadeverbUS /pərˈsweɪd/
win approval or support for
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
pony's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
one of four equal parts
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
on the contrary
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
Ripley
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Ripley handed the money to the auctioneer's clerk.
put a saddle on
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
caused to fall to the ground
From this reading A worn saddle cloth was "thrown in" for good measure.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
tossingverbUS /ˈtɔːsɪŋ/
-ing form of “toss” — throw or toss with a light motion
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
vainlyadverbUS /ˈveɪnli/
to no avail
From this reading Fred tried vainly to persuade the auctioneer to lower the price of the saddle, but finally concluded to pay ten dollars for it and two dollars for a bridle.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A worn saddle cloth was "thrown in" for good measure.
which person or people
From this reading "Saddle up," directed Fred, tossing a quarter to the man who held the pony's bridle.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Though flushed with his bargain, Fred was also feeling rather solemn.
Damaged or thinned by continuous use.
From this reading A worn saddle cloth was "thrown in" for good measure.
