used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A FOREST LETTER.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
amiableadjectiveUS /ˈeɪmiəbəl/
disposed to please
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
captorsnounUS /ˈkæptərz/
plural of “captor” — a person who captures and holds people or animals
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
cavernnounUS /ˈkæv.ərn/
A large, vast underground cave, often filled with forgotten ancient treasures.
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
rid of obstructions
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
CrowverbUS /kroʊ/
dwell on with satisfaction
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
deemedverbUS /diːmd/
past form of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
a feeling of favorable regard
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading A FOREST LETTER.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
hastenverbUS /ˈheɪsən/
act or move at high speed
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
huntersnounUS /ˈhʌntərz/
plural of “hunter” — someone who hunts game
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
of great significance or value
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
Jim
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
move forward by leaps and bounds
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
KiddnounUS /kɪd/
Scottish sea captain who was hired to protect British shipping in the Indian Ocean and then was accused of piracy and hanged (1645-1701)
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
in the recent past
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
the production of eggs (especially in birds)
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
the act of departing
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
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 Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading A FOREST LETTER.
likelihoodnounUS /ˈlaɪklihʊd/
the probability of a specified outcome
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
the deliberate act of deviating from the truth
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
Nick'snounUS /nɪks/
possessive form of “nick” — an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
perdu
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
having great power or force or potency or effect
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
projectverbUS /ˈprɑːdʒekt/
communicate vividly
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
promisingadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːməsɪŋ/
showing possibility of achievement or excellence
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
reprisalsnounUS /rɪˈpraɪzəlz/
plural of “reprisal” — a retaliatory action against an enemy in wartime
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
tending to return to an earlier state
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
RidgenounUS /rɪdʒ/
a long narrow natural elevation or striation
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
shelteredadjectiveUS /ˈʃeltərd/
protected from danger or bad weather
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
a just detectable amount
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
hard to endure
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was not from any likelihood of the Crow Indians making reprisals; it was clear enough that they had not recognized them, and had not lately been trying to trace them.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
in or at the place that
From this reading Leaving the amiable Captain Kidd for the time being, but promising not to be slow in returning to him, we hasten to Old Nick's Jump, where we left a character as important and far more agreeable.
a Caucasian
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading After having carried out their project in favour of the white women and their captors, the hunters deemed it wise to remain sheltered in the cavern.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The reason of their "laying low," _i.e._, lying perdu, was more powerful; Jim Ridge had to wait for intelligence before he would strike out.
