Chapter XVII

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

From this reading [Sidenote: A commonwealth by acquisition.]

gotten through environmental forces

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

the act of contracting or assuming or acquiring possession of something

From this reading [Sidenote: A commonwealth by acquisition.]

plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

filled with fear or apprehension

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

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

From this reading OF DOMINION PATERNAL, AND DESPOTICAL.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

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

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

grant authorization or clearance for

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

plural of “bond” — an electrical force linking atoms

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading [Sidenote: A commonwealth by acquisition.]

an occurrence of something

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

the official name of some states in the United States (Massachusetts and Pennsylvania and Virginia and Kentucky) and associated territories (Puerto Rico)

From this reading [Sidenote: A commonwealth by acquisition.]

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

belonging to or having the characteristics of a despot

From this reading OF DOMINION PATERNAL, AND DESPOTICAL.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading [Sidenote: Wherein different from a commonwealth by institution.]

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From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

dominance or power through legal authority

From this reading OF DOMINION PATERNAL, AND DESPOTICAL.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading [Sidenote: Wherein different from a commonwealth by institution.]

an old form of “has”

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

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

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

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

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

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

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

set up or lay the groundwork for

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

an organization founded and united for a specific purpose

From this reading [Sidenote: Wherein different from a commonwealth by institution.]

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

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

the force of workers available

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading OF DOMINION PATERNAL, AND DESPOTICAL.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

and nothing more

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

belonging to or inherited from one's father

From this reading OF DOMINION PATERNAL, AND DESPOTICAL.

the state of being plural

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: A commonwealth by acquisition.]

one by one; one at a time

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

Possessing supreme or ultimate power; autonomous and commanding.

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

government free from external control

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

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

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

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

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

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

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

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

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

plural of “voice” — the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

at the time that

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

in or at the place that

From this reading A COMMONWEALTH _by acquisition_, is that, where the sovereign power is acquired by force; and it is acquired by force, when men singly, or many together by plurality of voices, for fear of death, or bonds, do authorize all the actions of that man, or assembly, that hath their lives and liberty in his power.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: Wherein different from a commonwealth by institution.]

which person or people

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading And this kind of dominion, or sovereignty, differeth from sovereignty by institution, only in this, that men who choose their sovereign, do it for fear of one another, and not of him whom they institute: but in this case, they subject themselves, to him they are afraid of.