used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
acclamationnounUS /ˌækləˈmeɪʃən/
enthusiastic approval
From this reading He was hailed with acclamation.
(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 Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
bunkhouse
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From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
compensationnounUS /ˌkɑːmpənˈseɪʃən/
something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury)
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
comradesnounUS /ˈkɑːmrædz/
plural of “comrade” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
deliberatenessnoun
a rate demonstrating an absence of haste or hurry
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
Diane
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From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
doubtfuladjectiveUS /ˈdaʊtfəl/
open to doubt or suspicion
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
effusionnoun
an unrestrained expression of emotion
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
set up or found
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
gratificationnounUS /ˌɡrætəfəˈkeɪʃən/
state of being gratified or satisfied
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
hailedverbUS /heɪld/
past form of “hail” — praise vociferously
From this reading He was hailed with acclamation.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
hashnounUS /hæʃ/
chopped meat mixed with potatoes and browned
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was hailed with acclamation.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
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 HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
indexedverbUS /ˈɪndekst/
past form of “index” — list in an index
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
JinksnounUS /dʒɪŋks/
noisy and mischievous merrymaking
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
the force of workers available
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
used to form the superlative
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
ranchnounUS /ræntʃ/
farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle)
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
receptionnounUS /rɪˈsepʃən/
the manner in which something is greeted
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
having or caused by an irregular surface
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
serve a purpose, role, or function
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
TeddynounUS /ˈtedi/
plaything consisting of a child's toy bear (usually plush and stuffed with soft materials)
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
a special situation
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
a track or mark left by something that has passed
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
Tresler
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From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
Tresler's
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From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading It was not the effusion they displayed, but the deliberateness of their reception of him, that indexed their true feelings.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Teddy Jinks refused to serve out the supper hash until Tresler had all he required.
UPONprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
accept gladly
From this reading HOT UPON THE TRAIL The most welcome thing that had happened to the men on the ranch for many a long day was Tresler's return to the bunkhouse.
whole-hearted
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From this reading Though he had found it hard to part with Diane under the doubtful circumstances, there was some compensation, certainly gratification, in the whole-hearted welcome of his rough comrades.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He was hailed with acclamation.
