Chapter XVIII

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

present in great quantity

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

plural of “adventure” — a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)

From this reading SHOOTING ADVENTURES.

later than; following

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

(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 We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

-ing form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

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

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

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

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

plural of “call” — a telephone connection

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

type genus of the Cracidae: curassows

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

bearing an heraldic device

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

large crested arboreal game bird of warm parts of the Americas having long legs and tails; highly esteemed as game and food

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

converted or adapted to domestic use

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

-ing form of “except” — take exception to

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

intense or sharp

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

adorned with feathers or plumes

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

the soft tissue of the body of a vertebrate: mainly muscle tissue and fat

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

set up or found

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

United States general who served as military director of the atomic bomb project (1896-1970)

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

someone who hunts game

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

full of juice

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

the officer below the master on a commercial ship

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

used to form the superlative

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

impressive in appearance

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

of a yellow-green color similar to that of an unripe olive

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the local environment

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

uniquely or characteristically

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

relatively long in duration; tediously protracted

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

past form of “reward” — bestow honor or rewards upon

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

possessing material wealth

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

Identical; not different.

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

the act of firing a projectile

From this reading SHOOTING ADVENTURES.

the act of firing a projectile

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

having or emitting a high-pitched and sharp tone or tones

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

plural of “tip” — the extreme end of something; especially something pointed

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

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

From this reading It appears not to notice the presence of the hunter, allowing itself to be shot down without making the least effort to avoid the danger.

having tracks

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

large gallinaceous bird with fan-shaped tail; widely domesticated for food

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

precisely as stated

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading This bird is nearly the same size as the domestic turkey, and being easily domesticated, could very well supply the place of that fowl, as the flesh is juicy and of exquisite flavor.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

in or at the place that

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

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

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

make whistling sounds

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

a Caucasian

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

a movable organ for flying (one of a pair)

From this reading Its plumage is peculiarly rich and beautiful, the head and neck being white and the rest of its body of a rich olive brown, excepting the wing tips which are black.

in the company of; together with

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading We were now in the very midst of the most splendid shooting ground of the republic, and each day my quest after the feathered inhabitants of those fine groves was rewarded with an abundant supply of _pavas_, _guacharacas_, and that most noble and beautiful of all game birds, the _paujī_ or crested curassow of South America, (Crax alector.) This fine species is found in all parts of the country, especially in the woods of the _tierra caliente_, where it can be tracked without difficulty by the shrill and prolonged whistle with which it calls its mate, and which can be heard from a long distance.