used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
acresnounUS /ˈeɪkərz/
extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
Adirondack
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From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
angler's
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From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
beautiesnounUS /ˈbjuːtiz/
plural of “beauty” — the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
bluffnounUS /blʌf/
a high steep bank (usually formed by river erosion)
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
campsnounUS /kæmps/
plural of “camp” — temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
CLUEnounUS /kluː/
a slight indication
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
conifersnounUS /ˈkɑːnəfərz/
plural of “conifer” — any gymnospermous tree or shrub bearing cones
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
(plural) the deepest and most remote part
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
elusiveadjectiveUS /ɪˈluːsɪv/
difficult to describe
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
a boy or man
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
finny
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From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
forestsnounUS /ˈfɔːrəsts/
plural of “forest” — the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
gamestadjectiveUS /ˈɡeɪməst/
superlative of “game” — disabled in the feet or legs
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
inhabitedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈhæbətəd/
having inhabitants; lived in
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
intermingledverbUS /ˌɪntərˈmɪŋɡəld/
past form of “intermingle” — combine into one
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
logsnounUS /lɔːɡz/
plural of “log” — a segment of the trunk of a tree when stripped of branches
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
lurenounUS /lʊr/
qualities that attract by seeming to promise some kind of reward
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
MortonnounUS /ˈmɔːrtən/
United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941)
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
used to form the superlative
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
overhangingverbUS /ˈoʊvərhæŋɪŋ/
-ing form of “overhang” — project over
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
overlookingadjectiveUS /ˈoʊvərlʊkɪŋ/
used of a height or viewpoint
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
ownedadjectiveUS /oʊnd/
having an owner; often used in combination
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
pellucidadjective
transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity
From this reading Through the tract wandered a pellucid trout stream.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
rough-hewn
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From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
savoryadjectiveUS /ˈseɪvəri/
morally wholesome or acceptable
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
slopingadjectiveUS /ˈsloʊpɪŋ/
having an oblique or slanted direction
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
speckledadjectiveUS /ˈspekəld/
having a pattern of dots
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
having great beauty and splendor
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth
From this reading Through the tract wandered a pellucid trout stream.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
teemingadjectiveUS /ˈtiːmɪŋ/
abundantly filled with especially living things
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Through the tract wandered a pellucid trout stream.
tractnounUS /trækt/
an extended area of land
From this reading Through the tract wandered a pellucid trout stream.
tribenounUS /traɪb/
a social division of (usually preliterate) people
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
troutnounUS /traʊt/
flesh of any of several primarily freshwater game and food fishes
From this reading Through the tract wandered a pellucid trout stream.
unlikeadjectiveUS /ənˈlaɪk/
marked by dissimilarity
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
verandasnounUS /vərˈændəz/
plural of “veranda” — a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed)
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
From this reading Through the tract wandered a pellucid trout stream.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading The comfortable camp, built of rough-hewn logs with low sloping roof overhanging broad verandas, was built upon a bluff immediately above and overlooking the home of the most elusive, the most splendid speckled beauties--the trout that are the most savory on the table and the gamest in the water.
United States actress and singer (1896-1977)
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
wealthyadjectiveUS /ˈwelθi/
having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value
From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
in or at the place that
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
in the company of; together with
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees
From this reading It consisted of vast acres of wonderful forests, where conifers and hard wood intermingled.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading At a glance, one would know that those waters were teeming with wonderful trout, that many a big fellow of the finny tribe inhabited the depths that waited for the angler's lure.
Yorker
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From this reading HUNTING A CLUE The Morton camp was not unlike other Adirondack camps owned by the wealthy New Yorker.
