Chapter XXXIV · Chapter 34

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

the state of being absent

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

past form of “adhere” — be compatible or in accordance with

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

anew

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

the Semitic language of the Arabs; spoken in a variety of dialects

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

carefully weighed

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

past form of “consist” — originate

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

an event that results in a transformation

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

tall annual cereal grass bearing kernels on large ears: widely cultivated in America in many varieties; the principal cereal in Mexico and Central and South America since pre-Columbian times

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

a female human offspring

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

the first light of day

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

the time after sunrise and before sunset while it is light outside

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

the act of departing

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

past form of “differ” — be different

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

your usual mood

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

the state of being employed or having a job

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

past form of “entrust” — confer a trust upon

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

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From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

start firing a weapon

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

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

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

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

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

a manual usually accompanying a technical device and explaining how to install or operate it

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

unwilling to tolerate difference of opinion

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

plural of “lesson” — a unit of instruction

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

the Arab prophet who, according to Islam, was the last messenger of Allah (570-632)

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

social deportment

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

used to form the superlative

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

plural of “negro” — a person with African ancestry, "Negro" and "Negroid" are archaic and pejorative today

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

not any; not one

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

plural of “office” — place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

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From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

the act of fixing firmly in place

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

plural of “principle” — a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

the acquisition of something for payment

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

plural of “reflection” — a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

financial aid provided to a student on the basis of academic merit

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

an educational institution

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

presiding officer of a school

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

submissive or fawning in attitude or behavior

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

plural of “set” — a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

being one more than sixteen

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

plural of “slave” — a person who is owned by someone

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

plural of “son” — a male human offspring

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

restricted to something

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

the profession of a teacher

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

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

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

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

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The girls received their instructions in the daytime, but the boys always had their lessons by the light of a large fire before daybreak, and again late in the evening; for being considered, during their scholarship, as the domestic slaves of the master, they were employed in planting corn, bringing fire-wood, and in other servile offices through the day.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

in the direction of

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

up to a particular time

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

the act of using

From this reading Transactions at Kamalia resumed.--Arabic MSS. in use among the Mahomedan Negroes.--Reflections concerning the conversion and education of the Negro children.--Return of the Author's benefactor, Karfa.--Further account of the purchase and treatment of slaves.--Fast of Rhamadan, how observed by the Negroes.--Author's anxiety for the day of departure.--The Caravan sets out.--Account of it on its departure, and proceedings on the road, until its arrival at Kinytakooro.

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

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading He spent much of his time in reading; and teaching appeared to be his pleasure, as well as employment.

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

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

which person or people

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.

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

From this reading His school consisted of seventeen boys, most of whom were sons of Kafirs; and two girls, one of whom was Karfa's own daughter.

belonging to which person

From this reading The schoolmaster, to whose care I was entrusted during the absence of Karfa, was a man of a mild disposition and gentle manners; his name was Fankooma; and although he himself adhered strictly to the religion of Mahomet, he was by no means intolerant in his principles towards others who differed from him.