Chapter XXVI

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

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

past form of “accede” — yield to another's wish or opinion

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

(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 But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

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

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

past form of “approach” — move towards

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

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

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

a partiality that prevents objective consideration of an issue or situation

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

carefully thought out in advance

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

put or send forth

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

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

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

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From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

without question and beyond doubt

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

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From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

make certain of

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a feeling of excitement

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

having or displaying warmth or affection

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

coming next after the thirteenth in position

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

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

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale)

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

elevated (e.g., mountainous) land

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

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

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

a severe tropical cyclone usually with heavy rains and winds moving at 63-136 knots (12 on the Beaufort scale)

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

past form of “imbibe” — take in, also metaphorically

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

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

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

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

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

plural of “instinct” — inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

plural of “lesson” — a unit of instruction

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

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 But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

of or relating to the economic system of mercantilism

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

A person or company involved in wholesale trade, especially with foreign countries.

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

a form of address for a man

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

above and across; more than

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

the human face (“kisser” and “smiler” and “mug” are informal terms for “face” and “phiz” is British)

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

the body of people in a learned occupation

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

plural of “pursuit” — the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

put or confide something in a person or thing

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

plural of “revery” — an abstracted state of absorption

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

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From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

sturdy and strong in form, constitution, or construction

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

a relationship between two lovers

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

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From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

not in physical motion

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

the adult male singing voice above baritone

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

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

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

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

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a slight but appreciable amount

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

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

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

void of intelligence or thought

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

plural of “vision” — a vivid mental image

From this reading The bias of his character, the visions of his reveries, and the cast of his figure and physiognomy, were decidedly military.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

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

From this reading He was robust, handsome, and adventurous, fond of active pursuits, and had imbibed, from the Highland spirit of Mrs. Eadie, a tinge of romance and enthusiasm.

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

From this reading But the early habits and the tenor of the lessons he had received were not calculated to ensure success to James as a merchant.

at the time that

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

which person or people

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

in the company of; together with

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading But the field of heroic enterprise was then vacant,--the American war was over, and all Europe slumbered in repose, unconscious of the hurricane that was then gathering; and thus, without any consideration of his own inclinations and instincts, James, like many of those who afterwards distinguished themselves in the great conflict, acceded to the proposal.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading As James approached his fourteenth year, his uncle, still with a view to a union with Robina, proposed, that, when Mr. Eadie thought his education sufficient for the mercantile profession, he should be sent to his counting-house.