Chapter XIII

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From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

-ing form of “adopt” — choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

matters of personal concern

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

anew

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

a feeling of affection for a person or an institution

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

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From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

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From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

an occurrence of something

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information

From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

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

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

a region marked off for administrative or other purposes

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

a bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it

From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

set up or found

From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

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

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

a German man; used before the name as a title equivalent to Mr in English

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

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

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

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From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

investigate scientifically

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

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From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

a commissioned military officer

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

a title used to address any British peer except a duke and extended to a bishop or a judge

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

according to the clock

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

the state of being disregarded or forgotten

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

having official authority or sanction

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

on one occasion

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

and nothing more

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

above and across; more than

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

a human being

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

a German inhabitant of Prussia

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

-ing form of “relate” — make a logical or causal connection

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

a person who represents others

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

asked for

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

anything indispensable

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

determined

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

having a handwritten signature

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

past form of “stagger” — walk as if unable to control one's movements

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

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

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

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

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

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

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

a source of difficulty

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissipated between the two points is 1 watt

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."

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

From this reading "_To His Lordship, Baron Boleslav_ _von Schranden, of Castle Schranden_.

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

From this reading The threatening nature of its contents did not at once strike him; he was only staggered at the authorities taking the trouble to investigate his case.

United States actress and singer (1896-1977)

From this reading He had resolved, on again adopting his father's name, to let the waters of oblivion close over Lieutenant Baumgart.

possessive form of “year” — a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading Boleslav found this communication in the drawbridge letter-box on New Year's morning.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "_Your Hochwohlgeboren is requested to appear in person on January 3rd, anni futuri, at two o'clock in the afternoon, at Herr Merckel's official residence, and to bring the requisite papers relating to your Hochwohlgeboren's attachment, or non-attachment, to the Prussian Landwehr._ "(Signed) Royal Landrath V. Krotkeim, _Representative of Military Affairs for the District_."