Chapter XXXVII · Chapter 37

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

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

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

From this reading The Pursuit and Attack--Two O'clock.

plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading The Pursuit and Attack--Two O'clock.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

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

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

get or gather together

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

completely wanting or lacking

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

with eagerness; in an eager manner

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

past form of “encamp” — live in or as if in a tent

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

set up or found

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

-ing form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

a quick look

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

destroyed or killed

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

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

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

characterized by enmity or ill will

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

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

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

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

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

a case for containing a set of articles

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

most important element

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

engage in

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

plural of “marauder” — someone who attacks in search of booty

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

according to the clock

From this reading The Pursuit and Attack--Two O'clock.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

the most extreme possible amount or value

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

From this reading The Pursuit and Attack--Two O'clock.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

done or occurring in a brief period of time

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

separated in relationship by a given degree of descent

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

from appearances alone

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

coming next after the fifth and just before the seventh in position

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

at a steady rate or pace

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

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

From this reading The Pursuit and Attack--Two O'clock.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

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

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

a line or route along which something travels or moves

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

a track or mark left by something that has passed

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading They were encamped on a mountain peak, devoid of trees, and seemingly beyond the reach of danger; but such was the energy of the attack that they reached camp before the Indians could collect their animals and make off.

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

From this reading The Pursuit and Attack--Two O'clock.

up to a particular time

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

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

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

plural of “warrior” — someone engaged in or experienced in warfare

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

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

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading They had not gone far when all doubt was removed: they were upon the track of a large hostile body of warriors and were gaining steadily; but so rapid was the flight of the marauders that it was not until the sixth day that the first glimpse of the Indians was obtained.

at the time that

From this reading When Kit Carson and the other scouts found the main trail, they eagerly took up the pursuit.

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

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.

people who are wounded

From this reading The fight was a hot one for a few minutes during which quite a number of warriors were killed and wounded.