used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
(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 They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
anticipatedadjectiveUS /ænˈtɪsəpeɪtɪd/
expected hopefully
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
for the reason that
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
CalifornianounUS /ˌkæləˈfɔːrnjə/
a state in the western United States on the Pacific; the 3rd largest state; known for earthquakes
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
castenounUS /kæst/
social status or position conferred by a system based on class
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
carefully weighed
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
dependentsnounUS /dɪˈpendənts/
plural of “dependent” — a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support)
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
divinitynounUS /dɪˈvɪnəti/
any supernatural being worshipped as controlling some part of the world or some aspect of life or who is the personification of a force
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
fisherman'snounUS /ˈfɪʃərmənz/
possessive form of “fisherman” — someone whose occupation is catching fish
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
HACIENDAnounUS /ˌhæsiˈendə/
a large estate in Spanish-speaking countries
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
hedgedadjectiveUS /hedʒd/
evasively worded in order to avoid an unqualified statement
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
MarianounUS /mərˈiːə/
a dark region of considerable extent on the surface of the moon
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
MexiconounUS /ˈmeksəkoʊ/
a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
in such a manner as could not be otherwise
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
on one occasion
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
patronnounUS /ˈpeɪtrən/
a regular customer
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
established beyond doubt
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
any object that is left unused or still extant
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
separated in relationship by a given degree of descent
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
rescuernounUS /ˈreskjuːər/
a person who rescues you from harm or danger
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
a person who has died and has been declared a saint by canonization
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
semifeudal
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From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
Senoritanoun
a Spanish title or form of address used to or of an unmarried girl or woman; similar to the English “Miss”
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
not in physical motion
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
of high or superior quality or performance
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The doctor pronounced it out of the question that he should be moved for some days at least.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading It was easy for him to see that Senorita Maria Yuste was still considered by her dependents as a superior being, one far removed from them by the divinity of caste that hedged her in.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
precisely as stated
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
which person or people
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading They gave her service; and she, on her part, looked out for their needs, and was the patron saint to whom they brought all their troubles.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
wrenchverbUS /rentʃ/
twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading The victim was more than content, because he was very much interested in the young woman who had been his rescuer, and because it gave him a chance to observe at first hand the remains of the semifeudal system that had once obtained in New Mexico and California.
YUSTE
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From this reading AT THE YUSTE HACIENDA The wrench to the fisherman's knee proved more serious than he had anticipated.
