Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

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 So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

later than; following

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

(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 With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

(used of persons or the military) characterized by having or bearing arms

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

-ing form of “await” — look forward to the probable occurrence of

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

next to; at the side of

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

past form of “capture” — succeed in representing or expressing something intangible

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

plural of “capture” — the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

of the blackest black; similar to the color of jet or coal

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

the state of being with someone

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

(anatomy) a structure that resembles a shell in shape

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

provide with a covering or cause to be covered

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

approval

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

of or relating to or characteristic of Cuba or the people of Cuba

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

plural of “cuban” — a native or inhabitant of Cuba

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

-ing form of “declare” — state emphatically and authoritatively

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

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From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

cause to be slowed down or delayed

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

disappointingly unsuccessful

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

past form of “disdain” — look down on with disdain

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

a very dark black

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

undergo or live through a difficult experience

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

more distant in especially space or time

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

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

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

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

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

someone employed to conduct others

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

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

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

a small natural hill

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

-ing form of “include” — have as a part, be made up out of

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

for more time

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

-ing form of “lose” — fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

a large heavy knife used in Central and South America as a weapon or for cutting vegetation

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

past form of “name” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

a person with African ancestry, "Negro" and "Negroid" are archaic and pejorative today

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

and nothing more

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

any cohesive unit such as a military company

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

past form of “purchase” — obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

plural of “pygmy” — an unusually small individual

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

an exile who flees for safety

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

past form of “restore” — return to its original or usable and functioning condition

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

a long narrow natural elevation or striation

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

a Spanish title or form of address used to or of an unmarried girl or woman; similar to the English “Miss”

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

a quick and penetrating intelligence

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

a native or inhabitant of Spain

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

high level of respect gained by impressive development or achievement

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading So he now added to his outfit a grass-woven hammock that he purchased in the refugee camp, and was then ready to set forth.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

force or impel in an indicated direction

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

at the time that

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

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

From this reading He was armed only with a great machete, ground to exceeding sharpness, and he disdained to ride a horse, declaring that he could, on foot, cover a greater distance in less time than any horse on the island, which Ridge was able to credit after a short experience with his ebony guide.

during the time that

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

which person or people

From this reading The new guide awaiting him was a coal-black negro named Dionysio, who was of such huge stature that the other Cubans seemed pygmies beside him.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

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

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.

in the company of; together with

From this reading With Senorita, all his belongings, including his undelivered despatches, and the money stolen when he was captured by del Concha, had been restored to him.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading DIONYSIO CAPTURES A SPANIARD While Ridge was greatly disappointed at losing the guidance and companionship of the young Cuban, in whom his confidence was now wholly restored, he could not, under the circumstances, urge him to go farther, nor did he dare longer delay his own journey.