Chapter IV

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

(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 Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

providing no shelter or sustenance

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

preventing entry or exit or a course of action

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

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From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

any succulent plant of the family Cactaceae native chiefly to arid regions of the New World and usually having spines

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

object formed by a mold

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

plural of “chicken” — the flesh of a chicken used for food

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

refined or imposing in manner or appearance; befitting a royal court

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

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From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

a Spanish gentleman or nobleman

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

the boundary of a surface

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

enclose with a fence

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

footwear (shoes or slippers) with no heel (or a very low heel)

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

a relatively small granular particle of a substance

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

death of a person

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

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

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

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

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading "_Pasa!_ Welcome to my poor house."

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

something (usually a supporting document) that is enclosed in an envelope with a covering letter

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

past form of “linger” — remain present although waning or gradually dying

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

flat tableland with steep edges

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

painting or drawing included in a book (especially in illuminated medieval manuscripts)

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

used to form the superlative

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

water soaked soil; soft wet earth

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "_Pasa!_ Welcome to my poor house."

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

above and across; more than

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

fortification consisting of a strong fence made of stakes driven into the ground

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading "_Pasa!_ Welcome to my poor house."

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading "_Pasa!_ Welcome to my poor house."

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

an economic state of growth with rising profits and full employment

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

propose a toast to

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

quiet, dark, or concealed

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

past form of “stamp” — walk heavily

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

having a supporting base

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

a depository for goods

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

bristling with perplexities

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

the separation of grain or seeds from the husks and straw

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading "_Pasa!_ Welcome to my poor house."

arousing affect

From this reading "_Buenos tardes, senores_," he pronounced, touching his hat in a military salute.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

with anxiety or apprehension

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

a porch along the outside of a building (sometimes partly enclosed)

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

accept gladly

From this reading "_Pasa!_ Welcome to my poor house."

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

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

in or at the place that

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

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

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.

in the company of; together with

From this reading As Creede and Hardy drew near, an old man, grave and dignified, came out from the shady veranda and opened the gate, bowing with the most courtly hospitality.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Within this fence, which inclosed several acres of standing grain and the miniature of a garden, there were all the signs of prosperity--a new wagon under its proper shade, a storehouse strongly built where chickens lingered about for grain, a clean-swept _ramada_ casting a deep shadow across the open doorway; but outside the inclosure the ground was stamped as level as a threshing floor.

twisted (especially as in pain or struggle)

From this reading DON PABLO MORENO On the edge of the barren mesa and looking out over the sandy flats where the Salagua writhed about uneasily in its bed, the _casa_ of Don Pablo Moreno stood like a mud fort, barricaded by a palisade of the thorny cactus which the Mexicans call _ocotilla_.