Chapter V · The Battle

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

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs)

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

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

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

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

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

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

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

past form of “arraign” — call before a court to answer an indictment

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

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

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

exhale hard

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

an engagement fought between two military forces

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

under normal conditions

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

past form of “condemn” — express strong disapproval of

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

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

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

attractive especially by means of smallness or prettiness or quaintness

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

provide a cure for, make healthy again

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

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

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

people collectively who are crippled or otherwise physically handicapped

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

plural of “doctor” — a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

by electricity

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

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

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

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

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

divisible by two

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

morally objectionable behavior

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force)

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

the act of giving

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

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

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

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

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

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

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

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

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

a device that requires skill for proper use

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

a long pointed rod used as a tool or weapon

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

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

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

plural of “medicine” — the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

and nothing more

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

in large part; mainly or chiefly

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

not any; not one

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

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

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

sporadically and infrequently

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

and nothing more

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

make powerless and unable to function

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

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

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

loss of the ability to move a body part

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

an odd or unusual characteristic

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

for a long time without essential change

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

plural of “physician” — a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

skillful after much practice

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

issue commands or orders for

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

at an earlier time or formerly

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

in a manner accessible to or observable by the public; openly

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

an untrained person who pretends to be a physician and who dispenses medical advice

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

a performance of a musical composition or a dramatic role etc.

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

return to its original or usable and functioning condition

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

past form of “secure” — get by special effort

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

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

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

plural of “shock” — the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

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

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

that is looked for

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

declared as fact; explicitly stated

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

carry out

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

for a limited time only; not permanently

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

a word or expression used for some particular thing

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

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

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

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

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

painstakingly careful and accurate

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

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

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

having come into contact

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

having no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

sell or offer for sale from place to place

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

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

From this reading Now, as stated previously, the method of combat was entirely different from any practised in previous times, for the antagonist’s life was not sought in any case, but disablement only.

any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

From this reading The peculiarity of this weapon was that it did not give an electric shock sufficient to kill a man, its effect being merely to paralyse the part it touched, and as the rule was to strike only at the right arm, no greater injury than the paralysis of that limb could take place.

plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

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

From this reading Occasionally it happened that the arm was permanently paralysed; but mostly, only temporarily disabled, for clever electro physicians could commonly restore the limb by cunning administration of counter shocks which occasionally required several weeks, and even months, to effect a thorough cure.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Victory was secured by rendering useless the right arm of the foe by giving it a blow with a short lance, or instrument electrically charged.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.

a late time of life

From this reading Quack doctors had an evil time of it in these days; if any one took upon himself to publicly prescribe, or vend medicines without having obtained a proper diploma, he was arraigned and condemned to hard labour for a term of years.