used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
ablyadverbUS /ˈeɪbli/
with competence; in a competent capable manner
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
activitynounUS /ækˈtɪvəti/
any specific behavior
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
plural of “article” — nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
bearersnounUS /ˈberərz/
plural of “bearer” — someone whose employment involves carrying something
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
beernounUS /bɪr/
a general name for alcoholic beverages made by fermenting a cereal (or mixture of cereals) flavored with hops
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
next to; at the side of
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
bossnounUS /bɑːs/
a person who exercises control over workers
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
a person who is in charge
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
gotten under control
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
without stop or interruption
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
the first light of day
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
the act of departing
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
comparative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
ENTEBBEnounUS /ˌenˈtebi/
a town in southern Uganda on Lake Victoria; site of an international airport (where in 1976 Israeli commandos rescued hostages held aboard a plane by Palestinian hijackers)
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
equipmentnounUS /ɪˈkwɪpmənt/
an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
fella-boys
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From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
produced by or subjected to forcing
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
groupsnounUS /ɡruːps/
plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
responsible for or chargeable with a reprehensible act
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
HamptonnounUS /ˈhæmptən/
United States musician who was the first to use the vibraphone as a jazz instrument (1913-2002)
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
honorsnounUS /ˈɑːnərz/
plural of “honor” — a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
laggardsnounUS /ˈlæɡərdz/
plural of “laggard” — someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
go away from a place
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
lengthyadjectiveUS /ˈleŋθi/
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
Mabele
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
the force of workers available
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
a form of address for a man
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
not any; not one
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
packingnounUS /ˈpækɪŋ/
any material used especially to protect something
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
preparingverbUS /priˈperɪŋ/
-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 ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
revelrynounUS /ˈrevəlri/
unrestrained merrymaking
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
SambanounUS /ˈsɑːmbə/
large west African tree having large palmately lobed leaves and axillary cymose panicles of small white flowers and one-winged seeds; yields soft white to pale yellow wood
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
in a serious manner
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
soddenadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːdən/
wet through and through; thoroughly wet
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
spurringnounUS /ˈspɜːrɪŋ/
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
steadieradjectiveUS /ˈstediər/
comparative of “steady” — not subject to change or variation especially in behavior
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
supportedadjectiveUS /səˈpɔːrtɪd/
sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support)
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
supportingadjectiveUS /səˈpɔːrtɪŋ/
furnishing support and encouragement
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
tentsnounUS /tents/
plural of “tent” — a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
in or at that place or location
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
Ungaba's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
unpackedverbUS /ənˈpækt/
past form of “unpack” — remove from its packing
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
untowardadjectiveUS /əntuːˈɔːrd/
not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
a community of people smaller than a town
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading During their lengthy stay many articles of equipment had been unpacked, and there was much to do beside striking the tents and packing up the articles they contained.
at the time that
From this reading ON TO ENTEBBE Camp presented a scene of strange activity the next day when Mr. Hampton forced his sodden bearers to the task of preparing for departure.
in or at the place that
From this reading Nothing untoward had occurred during the night as in little groups supporting each other the guilty bearers had stolen back from the village where revelry continued until dawn.
which person or people
From this reading The task was made easier for Mr. Hampton, however, by reason of the efforts of Samba, who took his new honors as “straw boss” seriously, and who moreover was ably supported in spurring on the laggards by the dozen steadier men who had refused to leave camp the night before and go to Chief Ungaba’s beer party.
in the company of; together with
From this reading “Mabele him no got any fella-boys with him,” Samba had reported in the morning.
