Chapter XVIII

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

to a great extent or degree

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

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

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

the act of discovering something

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

an abstract part of something

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

having dropped by the force of gravity

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

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

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

past form of “gallop” — ride at a galloping pace

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading “It’s mighty queer,” he murmured.

a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

belonging to the class of nouns denoting nonliving things

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading “It’s mighty queer,” he murmured.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

immediately past

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

engage in

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

having or showing great strength or force or intensity

From this reading “It’s mighty queer,” he murmured.

used to form the superlative

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

not in physical motion

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

past form of “murmur” — speak softly or indistinctly

From this reading “It’s mighty queer,” he murmured.

something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

a full supply

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading “It’s mighty queer,” he murmured.

a rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders)

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

-ing form of “rein” — control and direct with or as if by reins

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

-ing form of “roam” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

plural of “rustler” — someone who steals livestock (especially cattle)

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

put a saddle on

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading Instead of the motionless, inanimate form he had expected to find, the animal seemed to have plenty of life left in him.

being or feeling set or kept apart from others

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

inflected form of “spring” — move forward by leaps and bounds

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

direct the course; determine the direction of travelling

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

occupy a large, elongated area

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

a special situation

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

male cat

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

a line or route along which something travels or moves

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

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

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

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

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Curious to know what could have happened to the animal, he galloped across the last stretch of ground at a rattling pace.

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

From this reading Reining up by the side of the fallen steer he sprang from the saddle to make a discovery which considerably surprised him.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading ON THE TRACK OF “RUSTLERS” Of course, in that section of the country it was the most natural thing in the world to come across roaming cattle; though the thought instantly suggested itself to Tom that to see one so far separated from a herd had an element of mystery in it.