109
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From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
110
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From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
111
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From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
how long something has existed
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
alliancesnounUS /əˈlaɪənsəz/
plural of “alliance” — the state of being allied or confederated
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
boarnounUS /bɔːr/
Old World wild swine having a narrow body and prominent tusks from which most domestic swine come; introduced in United States
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
brought into existence
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
plural of “branch” — a division of some larger or more complex organization
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
calculationnounUS /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃən/
the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
ChinesenounUS /tʃaɪˈniːz/
any of the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken in China; regarded as dialects of a single language (even though they are mutually unintelligible) because they share an ideographic writing system
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
cockverbUS /kɑːk/
tilt or slant to one side
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
a pair who associate with one another
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
cousinsnounUS /ˈkʌzənz/
plural of “cousin” — the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
past form of “descend” — move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
descentnounUS /dɪˈsent/
An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
dragonnounUS /ˈdræɡən/
a creature of Teutonic mythology; usually represented as breathing fire and having a reptilian body and sometimes wings
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
compelled forcibly by an outside agency
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
errornounUS /ˈerər/
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
apart from; not including
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
opinion or judgment
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
forbiddenadjectiveUS /fərˈbɪd.ən/
Not allowed; banned or prohibited by rule or law.
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
many times at short intervals
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
grantingverbUS /ˈɡræntɪŋ/
-ing form of “grant” — let have
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
harenounUS /her/
swift timid long-eared mammal larger than a rabbit having a divided upper lip and long hind legs; young born furred and with open eyes
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
hearernounUS /ˈhiːrər/
someone who listens attentively
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
hindrancenounUS /ˈhɪndrəns/
something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
honourableadjectiveUS /ˈɑːnərəbəl/
worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
how
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From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
impossibilitynounUS /ˌɪmpɔːsɪˈbɪlɪti/
incapability of existing or occurring
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
Inasmuch
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From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
the collection of rules imposed by authority
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
lineallyadverb
by an unbroken line of descent
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
malenounUS /meɪl/
an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
take in marriage
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
maternaladjectiveUS /məˈtɜːrnəl/
characteristic of a mother
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
involving the mind or an intellectual process
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
minimumnounUS /ˈmɪnəməm/
the smallest possible quantity
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
monkeynounUS /ˈmʌŋki/
any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians)
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
namelyadverbUS /ˈneɪmli/
as follows
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
on one occasion
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
and nothing more
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
oxnounUS /ɑːks/
an adult castrated bull of the genus Bos; especially Bos taurus
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
the state of having little or no money and few or no material possessions
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
proceedingnounUS /prəˈsiːdɪŋ/
(law) the institution of a sequence of steps by which legal judgments are invoked
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
ratnounUS /ræt/
any of various long-tailed rodents similar to but larger than a mouse
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
Identical; not different.
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
serpentnounUS /ˈsɜːrpənt/
limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
speakernounUS /ˈspiːkər/
someone who expresses in language; someone who talks (especially someone who delivers a public speech or someone especially garrulous)
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
to a sufficient degree
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
surnamenounUS /ˈsɜːrneɪm/
the name used to identify the members of a family (as distinguished from each member's given name)
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
express in words
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
tigernounUS /ˈtaɪɡər/
a fierce or audacious person
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading [109] Marriage between persons of the same surname is forbidden by law, for such are held to be blood relations, descended lineally from the original couple of that name.
tracedverbUS /treɪst/
past form of “trace” — follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
unjustifiableadjectiveUS /ˌʌndʒʌstɪˈfaɪəbəl/
incapable of being justified or explained
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
except if; if not
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
precisely as stated
From this reading [110] A very unjustifiable proceeding in Chinese eyes, unless driven to it by actual poverty.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Inasmuch, however, as the line of descent is traced through the male branches only, a man may marry his cousins on the maternal side without let or hindrance except that of sentiment, which is sufficiently strong to keep these alliances down to a minimum.
a late time of life
From this reading [111] The Chinese years are distinguished by the names of twelve animals--namely, rat, ox, tiger, hare, dragon, serpent, horse, sheep, monkey, cock, dog, and boar.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading To the common question, “What is your honourable age?” the reply is frequently, “I was born under the ----;” and the hearer by a short mental calculation can tell at once how old the speaker is, granting, of course, the impossibility of making an error of so much as twelve years.
