Chapter XVI · Chapter 16

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

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

periodically accumulated over time

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

anew

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

(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 had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

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

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

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

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

-ing form of “auctioneer” — sell at an auction

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

a tube through which a bullet travels when a gun is fired

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

cattle that are reared for their meat

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

a container; usually has a lid

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

lacking funds

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

out of working order (“busted” is an informal substitute for “broken”)

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

clothing in general

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

fossil fuel consisting of carbonized vegetable matter deposited in the Carboniferous period

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

continue a certain state, condition, or activity

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

(used especially of meat) cured in brine

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

someone who pays for goods or services

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

characterized by great determination

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

come together

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

attracting or delighting

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

a social unit living together

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

fine powdery foodstuff obtained by grinding and sifting the meal of a cereal grain

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

ice crystals forming a white deposit (especially on objects outside)

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

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

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

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

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

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

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

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

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

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

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

incapable of being explained or accounted for

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

a small worthless amount

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

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

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

plural of “kind” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

plural of “like” — a similar kind

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

plural of “merchant” — a businessperson engaged in retail trade

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

a state of ill-being due to affliction or misfortune

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

a form of address for a man

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

-ing form of “need” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

not any; not one

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

the state of being in effect or being operative

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

a field covered with grass or herbage and suitable for grazing by livestock

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

the act of selling goods for a living

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

the performance of a part or role in a drama

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

a full supply

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

the property of being smooth and shiny

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

of or relating to pugilism or pugilists

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

raise the level or amount of something

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

past form of “respond” — show a response or a reaction to something

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

the exchange of goods for an agreed sum of money

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

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

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

refrain from harming

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

not in physical motion

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

a frame that supports a boat while it is under construction

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

of or relating to or involving or used in surgery

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

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

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

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

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

buying or selling securities or commodities

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

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

From this reading I kept up my plan of engaging with merchants to sell out their accumulated hard stocks, and never lost an opportunity to put in my spare time selling polish.

plural of “vegetable” — edible seeds or roots or stems or leaves or bulbs or tubers or nonsweet fruits of any of numerous herbaceous plant

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."

any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

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

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

(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 CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

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

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

at the time that

From this reading I was determined that old Jack Frost should not catch me again with my summer clothes on and no coal in the bin; and when winter came, my family and myself were well provided for.

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

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading CONTINUE TO SELL FOR MERCHANTS--WELL PREPARED FOR WINTER--TRADING A SHOT-GUN FOR A HORSE AND WAGON--AUCTIONEERING FOR MYSELF--MR.

in the company of; together with

From this reading KEEFER NEEDING HELP--HOW I RESPONDED--TURNING MY HORSE OUT TO PASTURE--ENGAGED TO SELL ON COMMISSION--HOW I SUCCEEDED--OUT OF A JOB--BUSTED--HOW I MADE A RAISE--A RETURN TO THE INCOMPREHENSIBLE--PEDDLING WITH A HORSE AND WAGON--MEETING AN OLD FRIEND--MISERY LIKES COMPANY--WE HUS'LE TOGETHER--PERFORMING A SURGICAL OPERATION--A PUGILISTIC ENCOUNTER--OUR WILD-WEST STORIES--BROKE AGAIN--A HARD CUSTOMER--ANOTHER RAISE.

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading We had plenty of coal and wood, a cellar well filled with all kinds of winter vegetables, a half barrel of corned beef, a barrel of flour, a tub of butter, and I was still "hus'ling."