Chapter XVIII

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

From this reading A STAMPEDE.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

for the reason that

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

the two together, not just one

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

past form of “capture” — succeed in representing or expressing something intangible

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

a young person of either sex

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

of or relating to clerks

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

power to direct or determine

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

dearly loved

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

apart from; not including

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

in a gradual manner

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

causing fear or anxiety by threatening great harm

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

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

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

past form of “inquire” — address a question to and expect an answer from

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

plural of “mongol” — a member of the nomadic peoples of Mongolia

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

A terrifying or distressing dream.

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

causing physical or psychological pain

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

by chance

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

plural of “peril” — a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

an expression of approval and commendation

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

in the recent past

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

a disassembled barrel; the parts packed for storage or shipment

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

in the near future

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

past form of “spare” — refrain from harming

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

express in speech

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

cause to run in panic

From this reading A STAMPEDE.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

to a sufficient degree

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was evidently such a painful subject that she could not press him further; and she began to speak of their own plans.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

a shaky motion

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

having been warmed up

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

at the time that

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.

which person or people

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

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

From this reading As soon as he was sufficiently warmed to be able in some degree to control his trembling lips, Father Roger explained that he had been captured by the Mongols, from whom he had but recently escaped; that his life had been spared, at first on account of his clerical costume, and afterwards because he had been taken into the service of a Tartar-Magyar, who had saved both himself and his servant.

in a willing manner

From this reading But it is a nightmare I would willingly forget, except that I may give praise to God, who has preserved us through so many grievous perils."

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading But when Dora would have questioned him further, and inquired who the Tartar-Magyar was, he shook his head, saying gently, "Another time, dear child, another time--perhaps.