used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
Alvar
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From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
surrounded by; in the company of
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
apartmentsnounUS /əˈpɑːrtmənts/
plural of “apartment” — a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
Babieca
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From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
bridles
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From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
Burgos
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From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
campaignnounUS /kæmˈpeɪn/
a race between candidates for elective office
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
caparisonedadjective
clothed in finery (especially a horse in ornamental trappings)
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
cavaliersnounUS /ˌkævəˈlɪrz/
plural of “cavalier” — a gallant or courtly gentleman
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
commenceverbUS /kəˈmens/
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
commotionnounUS /kəˈmoʊʃən/
a disorderly outburst or tumult
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
COMPOSTELA
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From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
dismounted
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From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
a Spanish gentleman or nobleman
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
(of persons) excessively affected by emotion
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
a social unit living together
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
Fernan
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From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
recently made, produced, or harvested
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
a movable barrier in a fence or wall
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
the act of departing
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
hacknounUS /hæk/
one who works hard at boring tasks
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
increasingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkriːsɪŋ/
becoming greater or larger
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
knightsnounUS /naɪts/
plural of “knight” — originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
the sound of laughing
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
for more time
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
lordsnounUS /lɔːrdz/
plural of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
a particular point in time
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
neighing
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From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
not any; not one
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
held or filled or in use
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
passers-bynounUS /ˈpæsərzbaɪ/
plural of “passer-by” — a person who passes by casually or by chance
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
Peyre
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From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
poor-looking
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From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
prancingverbUS /ˈprænsɪŋ/
-ing form of “prance” — to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
preparationsnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
past form of “proceed” — continue talking
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
RODRIGO
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From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
selectedadjectiveUS /səˈlektɪd/
chosen in preference to another
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
squiresnounUS /ˈskwaɪərz/
plural of “squire” — young nobleman attendant on a knight
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
stablesnounUS /ˈsteɪbəlz/
plural of “stable” — a farm building for housing horses or other livestock
From this reading He was no longer the poor-looking hack which Rodrigo had selected in the stables of Don Peyre, and which excited the laughter of the passers-by.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading At the gate of the palace stood several horses fully caparisoned, the number of which was increasing every moment, according as fresh cavaliers arrived, dismounted, and proceeded into the apartments occupied by the noble family.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That noble animal seemed quite excited by the preparations for a campaign which were going on around him.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
in or at that place or location
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
hard to endure
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
Vivar
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From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading WHAT HAPPENED TO RODRIGO ON THE ROAD TO COMPOSTELA There could be seen in the palace of the lords of Vivar, at Burgos, great commotion amongst knights, squires, and pages, as if preparations were being made for a journey which was to immediately commence.
which person or people
From this reading Amongst the squires, who held the horses by their bridles, were Fernan and Alvar, who was trying to keep Babieca quiet, as his prancing and neighing were throwing the other horses into confusion.
