Chapter XVII

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

quick or skillful or adept in action or thought

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

plural of “characteristic” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

-ing form of “contemplate” — look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

plural of “creole” — a person of European descent born in the West Indies or Latin America

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

Spanish operatic tenor noted for performances in operas by Verdi and Puccini (born in 1941)

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

possessing an education (especially having more than average knowledge)

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

plural of “european” — a native or inhabitant of Europe

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

an item of information that is typical of a class or group

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

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

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

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

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

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

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

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

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

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

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

plural of “inclination” — an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

A period of prolonged and intensive questioning or investigation.

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

a city in northern Mexico on the Rio Grande opposite El Paso

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

engage in

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

not any; not one

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

plural of “note” — a brief written record

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

held or filled or in use

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the place where something begins, where it springs into being

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the people who inhabit a territory or state

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

past form of “postpone” — hold back to a later time

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

plural of “race” — any competition

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

past form of “render” — cause to become

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

considered individually

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

plural of “spaniard” — a native or inhabitant of Spain

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

of or relating to statistics

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

plural of “tendency” — an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

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

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

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

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

plural of “thief” — a criminal who takes property belonging to someone else with the intention of keeping it or selling it

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

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

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading AREA AND INHABITANTS OF MEXICO.--CHARACTER OF THE POPULATION.--INDIANS, EUROPEANS, AND MESTIZOS; THEIR RESPECTIVE NUMBERS AND CHARACTERISTICS.--INCLINATIONS OF THE MIXED RACES.--TENDENCIES OF EDUCATED INDIANS.--PRESIDENT JUAREZ AS AN EXAMPLE.--HOW THE INDIANS LIVE.--HOW THE SPANIARDS TOOK POSSESSION OF THE LAND.--CREOLES AND THEIR ORIGIN.--THE MESTIZOS.--LEPEROS AND THEIR CHARACTER.--ADROIT THIEVES.--PAWNING A CHURCH ORGAN.--THE LEPEROS AND THE BRIGANDS.--CHURCH OF SAN DOMINGO.--SHORT HISTORY OF THE INQUISITION IN MEXICO.--THE _AUTO-DA-FÉ_.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

the act of using

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

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

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

at any time that; every time that

From this reading The figures were at hand whenever they chose to use them, and so they had no anxiety on the subject.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Frank and Fred thought it a good opportunity to make some statistical notes about Mexico which they had been for some time contemplating, but had postponed in consequence of there being no hurry about the matter.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "First," said Fred, "we will see the extent of the country, learn how large the population is, and of what it is composed."

in the company of; together with

From this reading On the day following the visit to the church of Guadalupe Doctor Bronson was occupied with some business matters that rendered his movements somewhat uncertain.