used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
bearsnounUS /berz/
plural of “bear” — massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
cautiouslyadverbUS /ˈkɔːʃəsli/
as if with kid gloves; with caution or prudence or tact
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
coyotesnounUS /kaɪˈoʊtis/
plural of “coyote” — small wolf native to western North America
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
distinguished from Bovidae by the male's having solid deciduous antlers
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
lacking in light; not bright or harsh
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
divisible by two
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
foothillsnounUS /ˈfʊthɪlz/
plural of “foothill” — a relatively low hill on the lower slope of a mountain
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
foxesnounUS /ˈfɑːksəz/
plural of “fox” — alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
GROUCHnounUS /ɡraʊtʃ/
a bad-tempered person
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
grovesnounUS /ɡroʊvz/
United States general who served as military director of the atomic bomb project (1896-1970)
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
headedadjectiveUS /ˈhedəd/
having a heading or course in a certain direction
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
herdnounUS /hɜːrd/
a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
indicating the most important performer or role
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
the act of departing
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
peacefuladjectiveUS /ˈpiːsfəl/
not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
pinenounUS /paɪn/
a coniferous tree
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
plainsnounUS /pleɪnz/
plural of “plain” — extensive tract of level open land
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
processionnounUS /prəˈseʃən/
(theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
ravinesnounUS /rəˈviːnz/
plural of “ravine” — a deep narrow steep-sided valley (especially one formed by running water)
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
the back of a military formation or procession
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
sage-covered
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
cut with a saw
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
sensingnounUS /ˈsensɪŋ/
the perception that something has occurred or some state exists
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
shufflingnounUS /ˈʃʌflɪŋ/
walking with a slow dragging motion without lifting your feet
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
slackeningnounUS /ˈslækənɪŋ/
an occurrence of control or strength weakening
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
in or at or to some place
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
move hurridly
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
stretchesnounUS /ˈstretʃəz/
plural of “stretch” — a large and unbroken expanse or distance
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
stringingverbUS /ˈstrɪŋɪŋ/
-ing form of “string” — thread on or as if on a string
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
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 THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
in or at that place or location
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
timidadjectiveUS /ˈtɪmɪd/
showing fear and lack of confidence
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
a track or mark left by something that has passed
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
trailedverbUS /treɪld/
past form of “trail” — to lag or linger behind
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
traveledadjectiveUS /ˈtrævəld/
traveled over or through; sometimes used as a combining term
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
trotverbUS /trɑːt/
run at a moderately swift pace
From this reading Through groves of big clean pine trees and over long stretches of sage-covered hills they went, never slackening the speed of their shuffling trot.
not usual or common or ordinary
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
at the time that
From this reading THE SAD TALE OF OLD GROUCH When the sun looked down from over the mountain the next morning it saw an unusual sight.
wolvesnounUS /wʊlvz/
plural of “wolf” — any of various predatory carnivorous canine mammals of North America and Eurasia that usually hunt in packs
From this reading A long, though peaceful, procession of bears, foxes, wolves, and even coyotes, went stringing along a dim trail leading toward the north.
Wongo
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Over the foothills and plains and little ravines traveled the procession, headed by Wongo.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading A large herd of timid deer, sensing the fact that there must be danger somewhere, or the other animals would not be leaving the country at this season of the year, trailed cautiously in the rear.
