Chapter XI

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From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

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

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

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From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

anew

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

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

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

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

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

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

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

third-person singular of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

plural of “assurance” — freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

plural of “attack” — (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

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From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

earlier than; in front of

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

exhale hard

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

a murderer (especially one who kills a prominent political figure) who kills by a surprise attack and often is hired to do the deed

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

a sultanate in northwestern Borneo; became independent of Great Britain in 1984

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

assets available for use in the production of further assets

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

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

From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

an occurrence of something

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

plural of “cause” — events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

any of the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken in China; regarded as dialects of a single language (even though they are mutually unintelligible) because they share an ideographic writing system

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the time at which something is supposed to begin

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

-ing form of “conspire” — engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

diplomatic building that serves as the residence or workplace of a consul

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

a noncommissioned officer in the Army or Air Force or Marines

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

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From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

the trait of lacking courage

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

marked by a tendency to find and call attention to errors and flaws

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

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From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

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From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

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From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “death” — the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

(psychiatry) an unconscious process that tries to reduce the anxiety associated with instinctive desires

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

plural of “defender” — a person who cares for persons or property

From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

the act of departing

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

(of events) having extremely unfortunate or dire consequences; bringing ruin

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

undisciplined and unruly

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

the power to use something or someone

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

of or relating to the Netherlands or its people or culture

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

someone sent on a mission to represent the interests of someone else

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the expression of approval and support

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

the act of escaping physically

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

accuracy with which an electronic system reproduces the sound or image of its input signal

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

past form of “fine” — issue a ticket or a fine to as a penalty

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

plural of “flame” — the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

a sudden short attack

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

plural of “force” — a powerful effect or influence

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

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From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

a wilderness at the edge of a settled area of a country

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

unflinching in battle or action

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

coins made of gold

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

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

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

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

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

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From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

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

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

a single distinct event

From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

communication between individuals

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

situated within or suitable for inside a building

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

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From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

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From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

immediately past

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

an insane person

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

a member of a people inhabiting the northern Malay Peninsula and Malaysia and parts of the western Malay Archipelago

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the force of workers available

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

a form of address for a man

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

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

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

immediately following in time or order

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

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From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “noble” — a titled peer of the realm

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

plural of “nurse” — one skilled in caring for young children or the sick (usually under the supervision of a physician)

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

create (as an entity)

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

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From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

go across or through

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

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From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

Goods or treasure taken by force or theft, especially in war or banditry.

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

possession of controlling influence

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

the act of punishing

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

an angry dispute

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

a prince or king in India

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

plural of “rebel” — “Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

the manner in which something is greeted

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

freed from illness or injury

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

visit again

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “rumour” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

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From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the largest state in Malaysia; located on the northwest of the island of Borneo

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

secretly importing prohibited goods or goods on which duty is due

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

plural of “society” — an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

express in speech

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

a clam that is usually steamed in the shell

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

fortification consisting of a fence made of a line of stout posts set firmly for defense

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

having only essential or minimal features

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

A noble monarch or supreme sovereign ruler of an Islamic country or empire.

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

plural of “swim” — the act of swimming

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity

From this reading Frontier--The Men of the Kunsi--A Quarrel--Stripped of Plunder--Results of the Insurrection--Forces at the Disposal of the Sarawak Government--Conduct of the People--Disastrous to the Chinese--New System--Arrival of Armed Chinese from Sambas--Dutch and English Assistance--Revisit Sarawak--Change--Conduct of the Rajah--Its Effect

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

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

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

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

From this reading of the Chinese--A Boat Action--Gallant Attack--Deaths--Anecdote--The Second Retreat--The Town in Flames--The Steamer--The Capital recovered--Pursuit of the Chinese--They retire to the Interior--Attacks of the Land Dayaks--Foray of the Chinese--Their Fort taken by the Datu Bandhar--Pursuit--Disorderly Retreat--Critical Position--Brave Girls--Pass the

having intellectual depth

From this reading on the People--Secret Society at Labuan--Dangers from the Secret Societies and their Defenders--Curious Incident--Thoughtful Care of the Rajah 336

something that is a source of danger

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

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

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

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

From this reading THE CHINESE INSURRECTION. Secret Societies--Extensive Intercourse--Smuggling--The Gold Company Fined--Punishment of Three of its Members--Arrogance of the Kunsi--A Police Case--Real Causes of the insurrection--An Emissary from the Tien Ti Secret Society--Reported Encouragement given by the Sultan of Sambas--Sambas Nobles

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

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

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

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

having no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading the Government House-- Danger of the Rajah--Cowardice of the Chinese--Escape--Swims the River--Death of Mr. Nicholets--Attacks on the other Houses--On the Stockade--Gallant Conduct of Mr. Crymble and the Malay Fortmen--Warm Reception of the Rebels--Death of a Madman--A Bravo Corporal--Escape

plural of “warning” — a message informing of danger

From this reading speak Chinese--Their Nurses--The Nobles Conspiring--An Emissary arrives in Brunei--Proposal--Knowledge of the Intended Insurrection--Proposed Attack on the Consulate--The Tumanggong’s Threat--The Emissary before the Court--Letter from the Tien Ti Hué--Rumours of Intended Insurrection--Preparations and Inquiries--Commencement of the Revolt--Useless Warnings--Surprise of

(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 of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent

people who are wounded

From this reading of Mr. Crymble--His last Blow--Fortmen again behave well--Confusion in the Town--Peaceful Assurances--Attempt to organize a Defence--Panic-striken--Departure--Conduct of the People--Next Morning--Killed and Wounded--The Chinese in Power--The Court-house--A Check to Joy--Oath of Fidelity--Courage Shown by Abang Patah--A Blow struck--Second Descent