Chapter I · Chapter 1

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

a public promotion of some product or service

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

be able to spare or give up

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

(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 * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

plural of “american” — a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

plural of “bath” — a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it)

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

ground beef and chili peppers or chili powder often with tomatoes and kidney beans

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

things that make you comfortable and at ease

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

-ing form of “consist” — originate

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

being one more than seven

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

the state of being employed or having a job

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

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 If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

past form of “extract” — remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

make full, also in a metaphorical sense

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

superlative of “fine” — being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

past form of “flock” — move as a crowd or in a group

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

the state of matter distinguished from the solid and liquid states by: relatively low density and viscosity

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

and nothing more

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

property that is leased or rented out or let

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

make imperfect

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

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

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

vegetables (especially cucumbers) preserved in brine or vinegar

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

any competition

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

let for money

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

any loose flowing garment

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

be standing; be upright

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

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 * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

status with respect to the relations between people or groups

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

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

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

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

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

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

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

interact in a certain way

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

plural of “undergraduate” — a university student who has not yet received a first degree

From this reading But undergraduates of every race Flocked to the Theatre, each night to fill it.

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

Mexican revolutionary leader (1877-1923)

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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

From this reading The Grace THEY _placeted_ was just the Grace Of one fair maiden--pretty Miss MAUDE MILLETT.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading If Chilians can treat English like this, Americans will stand a poor chance "_against rent or board to a matrimony_."

in the company of; together with

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.

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

From this reading The terms of the lease in Chilian Legal English would probably "afford employment for the gentlemen of the long robe."

a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride

From this reading * * * * * A CHILI PICKLE.--The following advertisement is sent us, extracted from the _Chilian Times_:-- CASA QUINTA!--TO LET in Viña del Mar the first story of a comfortable house, with beautiful garden and yard, situated in the finest part of the villa, and consisting of eight rooms, baths, gas, cellar and all other comforts, etc., against rent or board to a matrimony--Apply, &c., &c.