Chapter XXVII

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

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

(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 The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

plural of “american” — a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

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

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

plural of “arrangement” — the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading THE ATTACK.

a knife that can be fixed to the end of a rifle and used as a weapon

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

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

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

large shaggy-haired brown bison of North American plains

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

have or possess in combination

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

not accessible to view

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

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

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

traveling across

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

-ing form of “deceive” — be false to; be dishonest with

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

an old word for “before”

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

reflecting light

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

a state of partial or total darkness

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

shoot down, of birds

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

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

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

the act of departing

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

past form of “prevail” — be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

plural of “rampart” — an embankment built around a space for defensive purposes

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

plural of “redskin” — (slang) offensive term for Native Americans

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

unusual or striking

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

plural of “reptile” — any cold-blooded vertebrate of the class Reptilia including tortoises, turtles, snakes, lizards, alligators, crocodiles, and extinct forms

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

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From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

only a very short time before

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

being or feeling set or kept apart from others

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

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

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

at the same instant

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

an ability that has been acquired by training

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

relating to or concerned with strategy

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading Leaving their horses concealed in the forest, the Indians lay down on the ground, and, crawling through the tall grass like reptiles, began crossing the space that separated them from the ramparts.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

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

From this reading THE ATTACK.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

in an exhaustive manner

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Though the Redskins are excessively cunning, the Americans had succeeded in thoroughly deceiving them, in the gloom and silence that prevailed through the fort, for not a single bayonet could be seen glistening behind its parapets.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading The two Chiefs had scarce formed their camp in the clearing, ere they assembled the Sachems of the other tribes camped not far from them, in order to combine their movement, so as to attack the Americans simultaneously from all points.

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

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

a Caucasian

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.

in the company of; together with

From this reading White Buffalo and Natah Otann had drawn up their strategic arrangements with remarkable skill.