Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

(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 Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

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

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

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

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

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

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

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

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

plural of “buck” — a gymnastic horse without pommels and with one end elongated; used lengthwise for vaulting

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

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

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

ammunition consisting of a cylindrical casing containing an explosive charge and a bullet; fired from a rifle or handgun

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

a stopping

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

for the most part

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

in mental comfort; without stress

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

gathered together or made less diffuse

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

past form of “congregate” — come together, usually for a purpose

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

forsaken by owner or inhabitants

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

take in liquids

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

in a serious manner

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

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From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

the act of acquiring something

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

the act of departing

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

having an easygoing and cheerful disposition

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

in a gradual manner

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

shoot down, of birds

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

plural of “hunter” — someone who hunts game

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

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

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

not clearly defined or easy to perceive or understand

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

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

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

for more time

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

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From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

in motion

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

not any; not one

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

not one, and not any

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

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

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

plural of “object” — a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

inflected form of “occur” — come to pass

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

go across or through

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

past form of “plead” — appeal or request earnestly

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

a future prospect or potential

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

on the contrary

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

without much difficulty

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

plural of “reed” — tall woody perennial grasses with hollow slender stems especially of the genera Arundo and Phragmites

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

without strain or anxiety

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

precisely, exactly

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

any member of a ship's crew

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

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From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

a gradual sinking to a lower level

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

transport commercially

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

plural of “sportsman” — someone who engages in sports

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

in a stealthy manner

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

an idea that is suggested

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

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

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

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

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

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From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

not interfered with, disturbed, or harmed

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

up to a particular time

From this reading Gradually the number of animals coming down to drink grew less and less, until at length no more came at all, and the spot seemed to be completely deserted.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

the process of paying close and continuous attention

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

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From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

plural of “watcher” — a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind)

From this reading And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading He made the suggestion to von Schalckenberg, but the latter pleaded so earnestly for an hour or two longer, urging the possibility of a visit from the unicorns, that the good-natured sailor readily gave way, with the remark-- "All right, Professor.

(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 And then, with the cessation of the coming and going, the vigilance of the watchers gradually relaxed, and the thought occurred to Mildmay that they might as well be getting back to the ship.

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

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

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

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Settling themselves comfortably in their bed of dry reeds and grass, the two hunters now concentrated their attention upon these indistinct and stealthily moving objects, with the result that, as their eyes gradually adapted themselves to the new conditions of light--or darkness, rather-- it became possible for them to form some sort of opinion as to the species of the different animals there congregated together.

an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.

any of several fleet black-and-white striped African equines

From this reading They appeared to be chiefly bucks of various kinds, with a zebra or two, none of which the sportsmen thought worth a cartridge; they were therefore permitted to pass to and fro unmolested.