Chapter VI

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

in addition

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

react verbally

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

bewildering or striking dumb with wonder

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

plural of “beast” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

an onerous or difficult concern

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “calculation” — the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

any large and important church

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a place of worship that has its own altar

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a state at a particular time

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

formed or developed from something else; not original

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

wanted intensely

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

be a farmer; work as a farmer

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

the practice of cultivating the land or raising stock

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

set up or found

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

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From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

shoot down, of birds

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

third-person singular of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

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From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

a message received and understood

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

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

From this reading "What is the meaning of Zacatecas?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

plural of “laborer” — someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

the message that is intended or expressed or signified

From this reading "What is the meaning of Zacatecas?"

the force of workers available

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “miner” — laborer who works in a mine

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “mine” — excavation in the earth from which ores and minerals are extracted

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “mule” — hybrid offspring of a male donkey and a female horse; usually sterile

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a mineral that contains metal that is valuable enough to be mined

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “ore” — a mineral that contains metal that is valuable enough to be mined

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “peculiarity” — an odd or unusual characteristic

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a journey to a sacred place

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

the people who inhabit a territory or state

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

an instance of visual perception

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

that is looked for

From this reading Neither the Doctor nor Frank could answer the question, and so the desired information was sought from the guide-book.

a branch of applied mathematics concerned with the collection and interpretation of quantitative data and the use of probability theory to estimate population parameters

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

create by training and teaching

From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

-ing form of “tread” — put down or press the foot, place the foot

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

a social division of (usually preliterate) people

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

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

From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

having an abundant supply of money or possessions of value

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "What is the meaning of Zacatecas?"

during the time that

From this reading Fred asked while the train was bearing them to the city of that name.

in the company of; together with

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.

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

From this reading It was found that the name was derived from a tribe of Indians called Zacatecas, and also from a grass that grows there, and is known in Mexico as _zacate_.

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

From this reading NAME, POPULATION, AND PECULIARITIES OF ZACATECAS.--THE PILGRIMAGE CHAPEL.--A WEALTHY CATHEDRAL.--STREET SCENES.--MINES OF ZACATECAS.--A DANGEROUS DESCENT.--THE PATIO PROCESS OF REDUCING ORES.--TREADING ORE WITH MULES AND HORSES.--A SORRY SIGHT.--THE MINERS; HOW THEY LIVE AND WORK.--STATISTICS OF SILVER-MINING IN MEXICO.--ASTOUNDING CALCULATIONS.--FROM ZACATECAS TO AGUAS CALIENTES.--FARM SCENES.--FARMING IN MEXICO.--CONDITION OF LABORERS.--MEN AS BEASTS OF BURDEN.--AGUAS CALIENTES.--A BEAUTIFUL CITY.--A PICTURESQUE POPULATION.--WOMEN OF MEXICO.