Chapter IX · Chapter 9

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From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

later than; following

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

make by combining materials and parts

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

the ritual placing of a corpse in a grave

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

United States biologist remembered for her opposition to the use of pesticides that were hazardous to wildlife (1907-1964)

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

possessive form of “castro” — Cuban socialist leader who overthrew a dictator in 1959 and established a Marxist socialist state in Cuba (born in 1927)

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “comrade” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

third-person singular of “conclude” — decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

money collected under a tariff

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

recognizable; marked

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

the act of departing

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “description” — a statement that represents something in words

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

come together

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

putting a condemned person to death

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “exploration” — to travel for the purpose of discovery

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

give expression to

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a person who operates a farm

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

United States explorer who mapped much of the American west and Northwest (1813-1890)

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

United States jazz trumpeter and exponent of bebop (1917-1993)

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

someone employed to conduct others

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

plural of “hunter” — someone who hunts game

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

become part of; become a member of a group or organization

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

of or relating to two people who are married to each other

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a case for containing a set of articles

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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 Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

go away from a place

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a commissioned military officer

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

the force of workers available

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a native or inhabitant of Mexico

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

someone who climbs mountains

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

a form of address for a man

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

the quality of being new; the opposite of oldness

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

information about recent and important events

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “occupation” — the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

on one occasion

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

above and across; more than

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

United States athlete and Black American whose success in the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin outraged Hitler (1913-1980)

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

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

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

plural of “reach” — the limits within which something can be effective

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

past form of “repulse” — force or drive back

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

delivered from danger

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

Identical; not different.

From this reading One of his mountaineer friends, Mr. Richard Owens, came to the same conclusion.

plural of “savage” — a member of an uncivilized people

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

disposed of to a purchaser

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

the season of growth

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

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

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

careful consideration

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

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

From this reading In the early spring of 1845, Kit Carson, after weighing the various occupations which presented, decided to become a farmer.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Kit Carson concludes to become a Farmer--He is joined in the Enterprise by a Friend--They build a Ranche on the Cimeron River--Descriptions of Mexican Customs and Country--Fremont once more at Bent's Fort--Express sent for Kit Carson to join the Expedition as Guide--The Ranche Sold, and the Departure--The Third Expedition and its Explorations--Difficulties with the Mexican-Californians--General Castro's Orders to leave the Country--Determination to Fight--Fremont goes to Lawson's Fort--Fremont and his Men encounter a Thousand Indians--The Battle and the Victory--The news that War had been declared between the United States and Mexico reaches Fremont--Lieutenant Gillespie rescued from the Indians--Three of the party killed in the Night by Indians--The Savages repulsed--The Burial of Comrades.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading The two hunters carefully marked out their plans, and then set to work with a will for success to carry them into execution.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Together they talked over their plans, and concluded that it would be to them, at least, newness of life to be domiciled in their own houses.