Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

causing or tending to cause anger or resentment

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

a youthful male person

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

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From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

biting and grinding food in your mouth so it becomes soft enough to swallow

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

having a high state of culture and development both social and technological

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

in a self-satisfied manner

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

a quick look

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

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

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

an expression of greeting

From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

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

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

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

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

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

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

someone who hunts game

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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

From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

moving to the inside of something

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

“Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

plural of “keep” — the financial means whereby one lives

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

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

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

engage in

From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

characterized by neglect and undue lack of concern

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

(used in the plural) underpants worn by women

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

past form of “pause” — interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

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

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

an instance of questioning

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

the basic unit of money in Great Britain and Northern Ireland; equal to 100 pence

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

on the contrary

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

plural of “revolver” — a pistol with a revolving cylinder (usually having six chambers for bullets)

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

plural of “rifle” — a shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

with honesty

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

do one's shopping

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

unusual or striking

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

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From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

move fast, noisily, and heavily

From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

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

From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

of the highest quality

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

having tucked or being tucked

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

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

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

the display of a motion picture

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

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

From this reading 'Stopped at the house to ax whar old Washoe Pete keeps his hotel,' replied the stranger, rightly surmising the query which was agitating him, 'and I cotched a glimpse of yer old machine.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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

From this reading Johnny Brainerd paused and looked up, not a little startled by the strange voice and the rather singular figure which stood before him.

which person or people

From this reading He stood with his hand in his pocket, chewing his quid, and complacently viewing the operations of the boy, who was not a little surprised to understand how he obtained entrance into his shop.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading It was a hunter in half civilized costume, his pants tucked into his immense boot tops, with revolvers and rifles at his waist, and a general negligent air, which showed that he was at home in whatever part of the world he chose to wander.

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From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading 'HELLO, YOUNKER! what in thunder yer tryin' to make?'