Chapter IV

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

later than; following

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

a mountain range in South America running 5000 miles along the Pacific coast

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

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From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

several things grouped together or considered as a whole

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

inflected form of “dispel” — force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

plural of “doubt” — the state of being unsure of something

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

a person responsible for the administration of a business

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

in a widespread way

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

plural of “foreigner” — a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

provided with a frame

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

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

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

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

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

the head of a state government

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

possessive form of “governor” — the head of a state government

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

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

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

to an extraordinary extent or degree

From this reading Our mission interested him greatly.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

past form of “harbor” — maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

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

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

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

From this reading Our mission interested him greatly.

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

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

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

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

a message received and understood

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading Our mission interested him greatly.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

and nothing more

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

plural of “mammal” — any warm-blooded vertebrate having the skin more or less covered with hair; young are born alive except for the small subclass of monotremes and nourished with milk

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

come together

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work

From this reading Our mission interested him greatly.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

not divisible by two

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

any material used especially to protect something

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

a highly developed state of perfection; having a flawless or impeccable quality

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

past form of “secure” — get by special effort

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

in the near future

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

that is looked for

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the compass point midway between south and west; at 225 degrees

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

of or relating to the sympathetic nervous system

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

a special situation

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

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

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

familiar with many parts of the world

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity

From this reading He was a man of great refinement and education, and had travelled extensively in the United States.

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

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

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

From this reading The first thing that attracted our attention was a framed poem hanging above his desk; the title of it was “Death to Foreigners”; but the kindly and sympathetic governor soon dispelled any doubts we may have harbored as to his feelings.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

at the time that

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

in or at the place that

From this reading Eventually our quest took us to the governor’s palace, where we had the good fortune to meet the executive of the province of Cauca, Doctor Alfredo Garcés.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.

the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped

From this reading THE ANDES SOUTHWEST OF POPAYÁN; CRUISE OF THE _CALDAS_ After our return to Popayán we spent a few days wrapping and packing the large collection of birds and mammals that had been secured on the Cerro Munchique; and, during the odd moments when this work became arduous, we sought information about the mountains south of the place we had just visited.