aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
having fair knowledge of
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
AREauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
benefactorsnounUS /ˈbenəfæktərz/
plural of “benefactor” — a person who helps people or institutions (especially with financial help)
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
CAPEnounUS /keɪp/
a strip of land projecting into a body of water
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
CEDEverbUS /siːd/
give over; surrender or relinquish to the physical control of another
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
COLONYnounUS /ˈkɑːləni/
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
separated in space or coming from or going to a distance
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
ENCAMPverbUS /ɪnˈkæmp/
live in or as if in a tent
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
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 THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
ENTERPRISEnounUS /ˈentərpraɪz/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
ENVIRONSnounUS /ɪnˈvaɪrənz/
the area in which something exists or lives
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
a social unit living together
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
fatiguesnounUS /fəˈtiːɡz/
military uniform worn by military personnel when doing menial labor
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
willing to give and share unstintingly
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
the act of giving
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
the head of a state government
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
hostessnounUS /ˈhoʊstəs/
a woman host
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
discontinued temporarily
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
Kingsley
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
leaguesnounUS /liːɡz/
plural of “league” — an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
go away from a place
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
a form of address for a man
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
under a moral obligation to do something
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
come into possession of
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
PENINSULAnounUS /pəˈnɪnsələ/
a large mass of land projecting into a body of water
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
PICARD
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
get something; come into possession of
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
show unwillingness towards
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
RESTORATIONnounUS /ˌrestərˈeɪʃən/
the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
SENEGALnounUS /ˌsenəˈɡɔːl/
a republic in northwestern Africa on the coast of the Atlantic; formerly a French colony but achieved independence in 1960
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
in the near future
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
VERD
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From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading At nine o'clock next morning, after our arrival, we felt quite free from all our fatigues.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
which person or people
From this reading We arose, and, as soon as we were dressed, went to thank our generous host and hostess, Mr and Mrs Kingsley; then went to see our parents; and afterwards returned to our benefactors, who were waiting breakfast for us.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading THE ENGLISH REFUSE TO CEDE THE COLONY OF SENEGAL TO THE FRENCH--THE WHOLE OF THE FRENCH EXPEDITION ARE OBLIGED TO GO AND ENCAMP ON THE PENINSULA OF CAPE VERD--THE PICARD FAMILY OBTAIN LEAVE OF THE ENGLISH GOVERNOR TO REMAIN AT SENEGAL--POVERTY OF THAT FAMILY--ASSISTANCE WHICH THEY RECEIVE--ENTERPRISE OF M. PICARD--RESTORATION OF THE COLONY TO THE FRENCH--DESCRIPTION OF SENEGAL AND ITS ENVIRONS.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Our conversation was frequently interrupted during our meal, as they were but little acquainted with the French language, and we knew nothing of English.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading After breakfast we learned that the English governor had not received any orders for giving up the colony to the French; and until that took place, the whole of the French expedition would be obliged to go to the peninsula of Cape Verd, distant from Senegal about fifty leagues.
