used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
Alfonso
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From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
bull-fight
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From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
bull-ring
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From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
exercising caution or showing care or attention
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
an occurrence of something
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
charitynounUS /ˈtʃerɪti/
a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
chestnutadjectiveUS /ˈtʃesnʌt/
(of hair or feathers) of a golden brown to reddish brown color
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
classesnounUS /ˈklæsəz/
plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
coinverbUS /kɔɪn/
make up
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
the Crown (or the reigning monarch) as the symbol of the power and authority of a monarchy
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
a flow of electricity through a conductor
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
dealingsnounUS /ˈdiːlɪŋz/
social or verbal interchange (usually followed by “with”)
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
greatly pleasing or entertaining
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
donkey-driver
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From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
elnounUS /el/
angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
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 Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
Enriqueta
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From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
extraadjectiveUS /ˈekstrə/
more than is needed, desired, or required
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
a social unit living together
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
Not remembered; lapsed from memory.
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
foundationnounUS /faʊnˈdeɪʃən/
the basis on which something is grounded
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
gardenernounUS /ˈɡɑːrdənər/
someone who takes care of a garden
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
gildingnounUS /ˈɡɪldɪŋ/
a coating of gold or of something that looks like gold
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
guardiannounUS /ˈɡɑːrdiən/
a person who cares for persons or property
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
only a very short time before
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
hearsverbUS /hiːrz/
third-person singular of “hear” — perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
How
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From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
illustrateverbUS /ˈɪləstreɪt/
clarify by giving an example of
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
introducesverbUS /ˌɪntrəˈduːsɪz/
third-person singular of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
literaladjectiveUS /ˈlɪtərəl/
being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
for more time
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
loyaladjectiveUS /ˈlɔɪəl/
steadfast in allegiance or duty
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
occurring by chance
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
monarchicaladjective
having the characteristics of or befitting or worthy of a monarch
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
monarchsnounUS /ˈmɑːnɑːrks/
plural of “monarch” — a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
not any; not one
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
occurverbUS /əˈkɜːr/
come to pass
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
peasantrynounUS /ˈpezəntri/
the class of peasants
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
by chance
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
polonounUS /ˈpoʊloʊ/
Venetian traveler who explored Asia in the 13th century and served Kublai Khan (1254-1324)
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
printnounUS /prɪnt/
the text appearing in a book, newspaper, or other printed publication
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
ReactionnounUS /riˈækʃən/
(chemistry) a process in which one or more substances are changed into others
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
republicannounUS /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/
a member of the Republican Party
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
Rey
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From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
riotersnounUS /ˈraɪətərz/
plural of “rioter” — troublemaker who participates in a violent disturbance of the peace; someone who rises up against the constituted authority
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
Ronda
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From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
RoyaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
RoyaltiesnounUS /ˈrɔɪəltiz/
plural of “royalty” — payment to the holder of a patent or copyright or resource for the right to use their property
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
plural of “see” — the seat within a bishop's diocese where his cathedral is located
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
SpainnounUS /speɪn/
a parliamentary monarchy in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula; a former colonial power
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Perhaps the story of King Alfonso and the washerwoman is already a chestnut, although I have never seen it in print.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
plural of “tale” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
in the direction of
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
except if; if not
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
precisely as stated
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
plural of “visitor” — someone who visits
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
VivanounUS /ˈviːvə/
an examination conducted by spoken communication
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
vouchverbUS /vaʊtʃ/
give personal assurance; guarantee
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
washerwomannoun
a working woman who takes in washing
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
in the company of; together with
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading Popular monarchs—King Alfonso and the washerwoman—Royal charity—No bull-fight required—Reaction against the bull-ring—A monarchical republican—The guardian of the polo ground—The King introduces the Queen—A loyal old gardener—The grief of Enriqueta—The King at Ronda—A lucky donkey-driver—Careful rioters—_Viva el Rey!_ I am often asked by visitors whether the English Queen is popular in Spain, and I always wonder why such a question should occur to them.
actively engaged in paid work
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value
From this reading As a matter of fact, the longer one lives in Spain and the more one sees of the peasantry and the working classes in general, the more delightful tales one hears of the private dealings of the King and Queen and the rest of the royal family with the “common” people; and as very few of these have been published in the English papers, it seems worth while to put them on record before they are forgotten.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading I do not vouch for their literal truth, but I hardly think such stories would be current coin unless they had some foundation in fact, and in any case the people believe them to be true, and thus they illustrate the popular feeling towards the Royalties.
a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading How could she fail to be popular, with youth, beauty, and a kind heart to give an extra gilding to her crown?
