Chapter VII · Chapter 7

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

(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 "Is the forest all like this?" said Ned at last.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading "But are there no other paths?"

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

closed to traffic

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

plural of “bough” — any of the larger branches of a tree

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "But are there no other paths?"

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

one or the other of two

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

five-toed pachyderm

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

plural of “elephant” — five-toed pachyderm

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

superlative of “faint” — deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

moving swiftly

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading "Is the forest all like this?" said Ned at last.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

a state of partial or total darkness

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

gush forth in a sudden stream or jet

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

plural of “hole” — an opening into or through something

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

plural of “interval” — a definite length of time marked off by two instants

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading "Is the forest all like this?" said Ned at last.

a location marked by an intense competition and struggle for survival

From this reading "The jungle is."

closed with a lace

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

immediately past

From this reading "Is the forest all like this?" said Ned at last.

the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading "Is the forest all like this?" said Ned at last.

plural of “limb” — one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

water soaked soil; soft wet earth

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

British classical scholar (born in Australia) who advocated the League of Nations and the United Nations (1866-1957)

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

not any; not one

From this reading "But are there no other paths?"

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

and nothing more

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

above and across; more than

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

above your head; in the sky

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

plural of “path” — a course of conduct

From this reading "But are there no other paths?"

past form of “plunge” — thrust or throw into

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

a stock or supply of foods

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

a column of light (as from a beacon)

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Is the forest all like this?" said Ned at last.

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

the act of causing something to go (especially messages)

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

small or little relative to something else

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

draw into the mouth by creating a practical vacuum in the mouth

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

the rays of the sun

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

in or at that place or location

From this reading "But are there no other paths?"

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

From this reading "Is the forest all like this?" said Ned at last.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

a line or route along which something travels or moves

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

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

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

during the time that

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

which person or people

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

belonging to which person

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In front, the way was blocked by the hind-quarters of the elephant Murray was on; behind, the smaller elephant with the provisions shut in the track, so that the spearmen who followed could only at intervals be seen, and the gloom grew deeper as _suck_, _suck_, the elephants drew their great limbs from the track holes, or plunged them in, sending a gush of mud and water flying out on either side.

in a curious and questioning manner

From this reading "Nivver fear," was the reply; and the man began to prepare his bamboo-pipe, while Ned gazed wonderingly at the narrow view of the dense growth on either side, and the way in which the trees were laced together over their heads by rattan-canes and other creepers, whose leafage helped the spreading boughs far overhead to shut out the faintest ray of sunshine.