Chapter XII

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

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

in addition, by way of addition; furthermore

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

(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 In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

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

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

an orderly arrangement

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

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

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

close fighting during the culmination of a military attack

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

inflected form of “bid” — propose a payment

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

shining intensely

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

inflected form of “bear” — have

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

a name given to a product or service

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

not accessible to view

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

Spanish conquistador who defeated the Aztecs and conquered Mexico (1485-1547)

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

hunting with dogs (usually greyhounds) that are trained to chase game (such as hares) by sight instead of by scent

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

travel across or pass over

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

a flow of electricity through a conductor

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

-ing form of “decay” — lose a stored charge, magnetic flux, or current

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

plural of “diversion” — an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

the overhang at the lower edge of a roof

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

plural of “exploit” — a notable achievement

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

start firing a weapon

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

-ing form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

a man employed as a servant in a large establishment (as a palace) to run errands and do chores

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

plural of “force” — a powerful effect or influence

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

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

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

plural of “forest” — the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

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

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

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

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

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

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

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

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

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

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

immediately past

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

the body of people who lead a group

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

set afire or burning

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

plural of “meadow” — a field where grass or alfalfa are grown to be made into hay

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

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

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

plural of “neighbour” — a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

the state of being disregarded or forgotten

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

above and across; more than

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

past form of “overshadow” — be greater in significance than

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

a course of conduct

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

with patience; in a patient manner

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

enlarge one's holdings on an exchange on a continued rise by using paper profits as margin to buy additional amounts

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

one of four equal parts

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

arranged in a sequence of grades or ranks

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

payment or reward (as for service rendered)

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

unrestrained merrymaking

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

a small stream

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

supplied (especially fed) to satisfaction

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

the state of being free from danger or injury

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

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

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

plural of “sentinel” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

past form of “skirt” — avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

plural of “spy” — (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

plural of “sport” — an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

plural of “squadron” — a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

not in physical motion

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

(medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

of a light brown to brownish orange color; the color of tanned leather

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

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

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

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

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

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

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

plural of “tower” — a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.

a soldier in a motorized army unit

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading In deep silence--for they knew there were sentinels on the path--they reached and forded the rivulet: trooper and footman passed over, and were ranked under their several leaders, and all seemed in readiness for the assault.

up to a particular time

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

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

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

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

From this reading They had watched with contempt, and with joy (for they perceived in such spectacle, a symptom of the infatuated security of their enemies,) the great fire that lighted the diversions of the evening, blazing on the pyramid; until it began to die away, as did many of the sounds of revelry, that, in the still hour of the night, were borne to their ears.

at the time that

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading In a wood that overshadowed this current,--but at the distance of a quarter league from it,--lay concealed the forces of Hernan Cortes, waiting patiently for the time when the squadrons of Narvaez, satiated with the sports of their tawny neighbours, should, additionally, recompense the exploits of the day with the oblivion of slumber.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading But it was not until their spies brought word that the last brand was flinging its decaying lustre over the eaves of the towers, that they were bidden to arise, cross the stream, and array for battle.

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From this reading Hard by to the town of Zempoala ran a little brook, coursing through agreeable meadows, and here and there skirted by green forests.