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

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

consider or hold as true

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

plural of “adventure” — a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

later than; following

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

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

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

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

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

a person whose head is bald or shaved

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

a mountain or tall hill

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

possessive form of “ben” — a mountain or tall hill

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

fighting with the fists

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

plural of “bullet” — a projectile that is fired from a gun

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

plural of “challenge” — a demanding or stimulating situation

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

past form of “designate” — assign a name or title to

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

having made preparations

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

past form of “drift” — be in motion due to some air or water current

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

creating or arousing excitement

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

plural of “fist” — a hand with the fingers clenched in the palm (as for hitting)

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

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

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

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

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

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

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

connected by participation or association or use

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

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

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

the force of workers available

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

migratory

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

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

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

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From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

on one occasion

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

a city on the Loire river in north central France; site of the siege of Orleans by the English (1428-1429)

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

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

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

third-person singular of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

a hotel located in a resort area

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

similar things placed in order or happening one after another

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

for a short time

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

-ing form of “signify” — denote or connote

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

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

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

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

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with

From this reading The stranger in question, who may be designated by the title of Baldy, was disposed to be somewhat personal in his remarks.

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

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading A Southern Trip--Experiences in New Orleans and Mobile--Three Men put under the Sod by Ben's Bullets.

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

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

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

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

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

From this reading Shortly after the Oswego venture, Ben drifted once more to the West, and after a series of exciting adventures, which space prevents me from narrating, he brought up in the city of New Orleans.

which person or people

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

cheerful compliance

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.

in the company of; together with

From this reading There, one day, in a saloon which is somewhat famous as a resort for sporting characters, he became involved in a discussion with a stranger, the conversation leading to the subject of boxing.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Ben, who felt the utmost confidence in his own fists, was not disposed to hear challenges thrown out at random without signifying his willingness to accept the same.