Chapter XII

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

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

highly skilled

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

in actual fact

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

having the benefit of careful prior consideration or counsel

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

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From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

travel up

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

an upward slope or grade (as in a road)

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

a structure or object that impedes free movement

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

terminate

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

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

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

plural of “camel” — cud-chewing mammal used as a draft or saddle animal in desert regions

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

past form of “camp” — live in or as if in a tent

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

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

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

a person who is in charge

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

go upward with gradual or continuous progress

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

in a close relation or position in time or space

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

-ing form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

well in the past; former

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

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

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

turn away from by persuasion

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

doubt about someone's honesty

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

open to doubt or suspicion

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

past form of “enable” — render capable or able for some task

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

without good sense or judgment

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

artfully persuasive in speech

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

past form of “hoodwink” — influence by slyness

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

of the present time and place

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

past form of “judge” — determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

a particular point in time

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

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

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

not any; not one

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

with respect to the outside

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

go across or through

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

-ing form of “ply” — give what is desired or needed, especially support, food or sustenance

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

by chance

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

existing or coming before

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

disturbed psychologically as if by a physical jolt or shock

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

marked by correspondence or resemblance

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

comparatives of “soon” or “early”

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

plural of “store” — a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

a strongly fortified defensive structure

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

openly distrustful and unwilling to confide

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

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

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

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

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

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From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

up to a particular time

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

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

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

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

From this reading Their chief argument was that the camels carrying my stores could not possibly ascend the mountain pass.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading The following days of sheep hunting with the Chief brought us more closely together and enabled me to break down, at least outwardly, the barrier of distrust of me; until, in a moment of confidence, seeing that I would not be hoodwinked, he went so far as to admit that the ascent into Baguezan, for me and my stores, could be accomplished.

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

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

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

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

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

From this reading From which I judged that they were foolishly suspicious of the stranger, and did not want me to pry into their mountain stronghold.

which person or people

From this reading IN BAGUEZAN MOUNTAINS I had no sooner departed outside the immediate neighbourhood of the Fort of Agades, in commencing the journey to Baguezan, as described in the preceding chapter, than the Chief, Minerou, and his glib-tongued companions, who had all put their heads together-even the two goumiers joining in—endeavoured to dissuade me from my purpose to climb into Baguezan Mountains, and strongly advised my return to Agades.

in the company of; together with

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading They kept up plying me with similar doubtful stories for the next three days, by which time we had camped at Arra, whereafter they desisted, seeing that I would on no account be shaken in my purpose before I had actually seen the pass in Baguezan.