Chapter VII

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

(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 But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

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

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

earlier than; in front of

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

comparative of “bold” — fearless and daring

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

the trait of being willing to undertake things that involve risk or danger

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

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

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

plural of “carrier” — someone whose employment involves carrying something

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

adroitness in using the hands

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

an old form of “did”, used with “thou”

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

a Spanish gentleman or nobleman

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

straying from the right course or from accepted standards

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

at any time

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the act of fighting; any contest or struggle

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

an old form of “has”

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

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

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

plural of “history” — the aggregate of past events

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

the aggregate of past events

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

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 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

not one and not the other of two

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

and nothing more

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

-ing form of “overthrow” — cause the downfall of; of rulers

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

an ability that has been acquired by training

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

young nobleman attendant on a knight

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

express in words

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

an old word for “you”, as the subject, speaking to one person

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

in spite of the fact that

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

in every part of a place, or for the whole of a period

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

a fact that has been verified

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

having or showing valor

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

precisely as stated

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the act of gambling

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

plural of “wall” — 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 But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

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

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

at the time that

From this reading 'Peace, friend Sancho,' said Don Quixote; 'when didst thou read of a Knight Errant that was brought before the Judge though he killed ever so many people?'

in the company of; together with

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'

the act of inflicting a wound

From this reading Didst thou ever read in histories of any other that hath or ever had more courage in fighting, more dexterity in wounding, or more skill in overthrowing?'

produce a literary work

From this reading 'The truth is,' replied Sancho, 'that I have never read any history whatever, for I can neither read nor write.

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

From this reading Of what passed between Don Quixote and the Goatherds, and of the unfortunate Adventure with the Yanguesian Carriers As they rode along, Don Quixote turned to his Squire and said to him: 'Tell me now in very good earnest, didst thou ever see a more valorous Knight than I am throughout the face of the earth?

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading But what I dare wager is, that I never in my life served a bolder Master than you are, and I only trust that all this boldness does not land us within the four walls of the gaol.'