Chapter XXIII

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

having life or vigor or spirit

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

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

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

-ing form of “appreciate” — recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

plural of “army” — a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

large but transportable armament

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

plural of “assailant” — someone who attacks

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

plural of “band” — an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

having or covered with or accompanied by blood

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

an electrical force linking atoms

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

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

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

a large artillery gun that is usually on wheels

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

be silly or tease one another

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia)

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

past form of “clamber” — climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

plural of “club” — a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

past form of “command” — be in command of

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

plural of “company” — an institution created to conduct business

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

a connecting shape

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

deem to be

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

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

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

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

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

complete or carry out

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

a branch of knowledge

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

-ing form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

plural of “distress” — psychological suffering

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

separated into parts or pieces

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

having an illustrious reputation; respected

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

putting a condemned person to death

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

having lost your job

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

a feeling of intense anger

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born in 1955)

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

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

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

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From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

past form of “leap” — move forward by leaps and bounds

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

plural of “mexican” — a native or inhabitant of Mexico

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

a disorderly crowd of people

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

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

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

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From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

plural of “mouth” — the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

plural of “multitude” — a large indefinite number

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

characteristic of or capable of or having a tendency toward killing another human being

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

a plant that is found in an area where it had not been recorded previously

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

not any; not one

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

not one, and not any

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

under a moral obligation to do something

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

in the right manner; correctly; suitably

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

any competition

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

in a regular manner

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

-ing form of “represent” — take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

precisely, exactly

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

(American football) an attempt to advance the ball by running into the line

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

except for; apart from

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

express in words

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

occurring or distributed over widely spaced and irregular intervals in time or space

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

being or feeling set or kept apart from others

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

plural of “spaniard” — a native or inhabitant of Spain

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

plural of “spear” — a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

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From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

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

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

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

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

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

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

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From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

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

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

a clan or tribe identified by their kinship to a common totemic object

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

a social division of (usually preliterate) people

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

without careful prior deliberation or counsel

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

everyone being of one mind

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

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

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists)

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

plural of “warrior” — someone engaged in or experienced in warfare

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

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

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

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

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

in or at the place that

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

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

From this reading The violence with which they leaped to the attack, carried them to the gates of the court, and to the mouths of the artillery, where they fell under the spears of the Spaniards, or were scattered like chaff at each murderous discharge of the cannon.

during the time that

From this reading He perceived none of these marks of discipline among the assailants; and, while properly appreciating their devoted courage, was obliged to consider them no better than a furious and confused mob.

which person or people

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Added to this, the Tlascalans, animated by their ancient hatred, and the presence of him whom they esteemed almost a god, clambered upon the wall, and with their clubs and lances did bloody execution on the multitudes below.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The neophyte had been informed by his friend De Morla, as a proof of the degree of civilization reached by the Mexicans, that their armies were formed with method, and as regularly divided and commanded as those of Christendom,--each tribe displaying under a peculiar banner, representing the arms, or, as we should say of our Northern bands, the _totem_, of the race, and each tribe separated into squadrons and companies, led by subalterns of precisely ascertained rank and power.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.

but in spite of that

From this reading He was right: the _warriors_ of Mexico had not yet appeared, and these wild creatures, who came ungeneralled and unadvised to the attack, were no more than the common citizens, fired by the distresses of their king, and rushing to his aid, without any bond of connexion or government, save the unanimity of their fury.