Chapter XL

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

later than; following

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

side by side

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

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

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

towards the shore from the water

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

English botanist who accompanied Captain Cook on his first voyage to the Pacific Ocean (1743-1820)

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

the pelt of a bear (sometimes used as a rug)

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

happiness felt in a secure relationship

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

someone who drives or rides in a boat

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

a rapid active commotion

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

plural of “chapter” — a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

the time of person's life when they are a child

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

the boundary of a surface

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

plural of “fare” — an agenda of things to do

From this reading “How fares it, messmate?”

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

ranking above all others

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

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

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

plural of “greeting” — (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

showing warm and heartfelt friendliness

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

without doubting or questioning

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading “How fares it, messmate?”

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

and nothing more

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

an intermediate platform in a staircase

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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 Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

the officer below the master on a commercial ship

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

(nautical) an associate with whom you share meals in the same mess (as on a ship)

From this reading “How fares it, messmate?”

a major North American river and the chief river of the United States; rises in northern Minnesota and flows southward into the Gulf of Mexico

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

past form of “moor” — secure in or as if in a berth or dock

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

past form of “obey” — be obedient to

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

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

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

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 Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

plural of “passenger” — a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

any of several small gregarious cetacean mammals having a blunt snout and many teeth

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

a treeless grassy plain

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

existing or coming before

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

extending out above or beyond a surface or boundary

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

-ing form of “respect” — regard highly; think much of

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

plural of “return” — document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

in a secure manner; in a manner free from danger

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

detached by cutting

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

past form of “shift” — make a shift in or exchange of

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

the act of gripping and pressing firmly

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

move an implement through

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

in or at that place or location

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading THE SCENE IS SHIFTED TO THE BANKS OF THE MUSKINGUM, AND PRAIRIE–BIRD RETURNS TO THE HOME OF HER CHILDHOOD.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

not usual or common or ordinary

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.

possessive form of “water” — binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

at the time that

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

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

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

which person or people

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

belonging to which person

From this reading Foremost of a busy group at the water’s edge was the sturdy form of Gregson the mate, whose orders respecting the bringing–to, and making fast, were implicitly obeyed; and when at length she was securely moored alongside the pier, numerous and hearty were the greetings between those who stepped ashore from her, and the friends from whom they had been so long severed.

someone who sees an event and reports what happened

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading About two months after the events related in the preceding chapters, there was an unusual stir and bustle in the town of Marietta, and half a score of its principal inhabitants were assembled in front of David Muir’s house, to witness the landing of the crew and passengers belonging to a large boat that had just arrived at the wooden pier which projected into the river.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “Bearskin, how are you? my old fresh–water porpoise!” said the mate, squeezing the hard hand of the Mississippi boatman.