Chapter XXX

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

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

(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 In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

able to attract interest or draw favorable attention

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

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

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

next to; at the side of

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

bedding that keeps a person warm in bed

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

plural of “break” — some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Dick was thrilled by the sudden change in their condition.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading Dick was thrilled by the sudden change in their condition.

a person who is in charge

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

-ing form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

a state at a particular time

From this reading Dick was thrilled by the sudden change in their condition.

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

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

a natural object that covers or envelops

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

the first light of day

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

plural of “dew” — water that has condensed on a cool surface overnight from water vapor in the air

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

someone who is a detective

From this reading Dick was thrilled by the sudden change in their condition.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

large northern deer with enormous flattened antlers in the male; called “elk” in Europe and “moose” in North America

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

pleasantly occupied

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

divisible by two

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

the act of consuming food

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

a young female

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

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

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

the act of hearing attentively

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

the message that is intended or expressed or signified

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

used to form the superlative

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

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

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

a large spotted feline of tropical America similar to the leopard; in some classifications considered a member of the genus Felis

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

plural of “sigh” — an utterance made by exhaling audibly

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

having your attention fixated as though by a spell

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

the season of growth

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

derogatory terms for an American Indian woman

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

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

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

not in physical motion

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading Dick was thrilled by the sudden change in their condition.

express in words

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

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

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

in or at that place or location

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

feeling intense pleasurable excitement

From this reading Dick was thrilled by the sudden change in their condition.

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

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

precisely as stated

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

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

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

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

From this reading THE DAWN BREAKS--CONCLUSION THE most tremendous excitement followed; for the old squaw, still clinging to Roger, was appealing to the chief.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Running Elk was listening, too, and seemed greatly interested in what she was saying.

at the time that

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

at any time that; every time that

From this reading In fact, the entire assemblage was spell-bound; warriors and squaws bent their heads forward, to better catch all that she said, and whenever Karmeet paused to catch her breath there could be heard loud sighs.

a Caucasian

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading Although he could not tell the meaning of a single word the old squaw spoke, it was very evident from her gesticulations that she was telling the story of how these white boys had saved the lives of herself and the Indian girl when the savage panther was ready to spring down upon them; and afterwards entertained them beside their camp fire, feeding them, and even covering them with a blanket to keep the night dews off.