Chapter XXV

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

later than; following

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

past form of “ambush” — wait in hiding to attack

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

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

From this reading BEFORE THE ATTACK.

a light shade of blue

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

informal or slang terms for mentally irregular

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading BEFORE THE ATTACK.

the two together, not just one

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

make calm or still

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

plural of “chief” — a person who is in charge

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

make overcast or cloudy

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

one of the large landmasses of the earth

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

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

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

reach, make, or come to a decision about something

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

the part of a scene that is near the viewer

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

past form of “frown” — look angry or sullen, wrinkle one's forehead, as if to signal disapproval

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

past form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

depressingly dark

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

a small natural hill

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

of the present time and place

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

impressive in appearance

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

the act of departing

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

Canadian explorer (born in England) who explored the Mackenzie River and who was first to cross North America by land north of Mexico (1764-1820)

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

in a mechanical manner; by a mechanism

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

the force of workers available

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

used to form the superlative

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

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

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

and nothing more

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

above and across; more than

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

past form of “plunge” — thrust or throw into

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

a treeless grassy plain

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

the property of being extremely abundant

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

past form of “reign” — have sovereign power

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

plural of “star” — (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

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

From this reading BEFORE THE ATTACK.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

plural of “throat” — the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

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

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

plural of “tribe” — a social division of (usually preliterate) people

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

close enough to be walked to

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

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

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

an old word meaning “from where”

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

in or at the place that

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

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

From this reading Mechanically the two men stopped, and gazed at the grand landscape extended at their feet, in the immediate foreground of which frowned Fort Mackenzie, throwing its gloomy shadow far across the prairie.

during the time that

From this reading While walking along, they reached a point on the hillock, whence a most extensive view could be enjoyed in every direction.

belonging to which person

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The night was calm and balmy, there was not a breath in the air, not a cloud on the sky, whose deep azure was enamelled with a profusion of twinkling stars; an imposing silence reigned over this desert, where, however, several thousand men were ambushed, only waiting a word or a signal to out each other's throats.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.

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

From this reading After leaving the tent, the two Chiefs walked for some moments side by side, and did not exchange a word; both seemed plunged in deep thought, doubtlessly caused by the serious events that were preparing--events whose success would decide the fate of the Indian tribes of this part of the continent.