used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
astonishingadjectiveUS /əˈstɑːnɪʃɪŋ/
surprising greatly
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
of short duration or distance
From this reading THE BRIEF REPRIEVE.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
having gaps or spaces
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
eludeverbUS /ɪˈluːd/
escape, either physically or mentally
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
drained of energy or effectiveness; extremely tired; completely exhausted
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
fleetest
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From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
moving swiftly
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
fugitivesnounUS /ˈfjuːdʒɪtɪvz/
plural of “fugitive” — someone who flees from an uncongenial situation
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
a state of partial or total darkness
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
past form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
identitynounUS /aɪˈdentɪtiː/
the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
Leland
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
a particular point in time
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
moment'snounUS /ˈmoʊmənts/
possessive form of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
as might be expected
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
neglectverbUS /nəˈɡlekt/
leave undone or leave out
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
negronounUS /ˈniːɡroʊ/
a person with African ancestry, "Negro" and "Negroid" are archaic and pejorative today
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
REPRIEVEnounUS /riˈpriːv/
a (temporary) relief from harm or discomfort
From this reading THE BRIEF REPRIEVE.
runnersnounUS /ˈrʌnərz/
plural of “runner” — someone who imports or exports without paying duties
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
savagesnounUS /ˈsævədʒəz/
plural of “savage” — a member of an uncivilized people
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
only a very short time before
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
cause to go somewhere
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
Shawnees
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
move hurridly
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
be standing; be upright
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
swiftnessnounUS /ˈswɪftnəs/
a rate (usually rapid) at which something happens
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE BRIEF REPRIEVE.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
the upper part of anything
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
Wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
at the time that
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
a Caucasian
From this reading From the moment of starting, the Shawnees seemed to understand the identity of the fugitives; and while they did not neglect to send in pursuit of the flying negro, four of their fleetest runners instantly dashed after the white man.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He ran with astonishing swiftness for a few moments, when, as might naturally be expected, he so exhausted himself that he was scarcely able to stand.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading Leland succeeded in getting outside the circle of savages when, feeling himself in the open woods, he dashed away at the top of his speed.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Were it in the daylight, the latter would not have stood a moment's chance against them; but he hoped to elude them in the darkness and gloom of the woods.
