Chapter XIII

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

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

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

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

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

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

move towards

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

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

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

third-person singular of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

heard or perceptible by the ear

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

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

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

curving or bulging outward

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

The middle point or core of an area.

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

lacking grace in movement or posture

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

outer bark of the cork oak; used for stoppers for bottles etc.

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

the state capital and largest city of Colorado; located in central Colorado on the South Platte river

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

coming down freely under the influence of gravity

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

supported by evidence

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

(of persons) excessively affected by emotion

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

a person who comes from a foreign country; someone who does not owe allegiance to your country

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

a person of German nationality

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

making gestures while speaking

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

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

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

armor plate that protects the head

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

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

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

a condition of urgency making it necessary to hurry

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

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

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

capable of being apprehended or understood

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

bordered by a line of things

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

engage in

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

an amphibious division of the United States Navy

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

(chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding)

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

water soaked soil; soft wet earth

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

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

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

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

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

cause to move by pulling

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

past form of “pull” — cause to move by pulling

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

done or occurring in a brief period of time

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

plural of “sailor” — any member of a ship's crew

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

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

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

possessive form of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

the land along the edge of a body of water

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

the Romance language spoken in most of Spain and the countries colonized by Spain

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

with spasms

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

dependable

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

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

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading His rapid speech was now quite audible though not intelligible.

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

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

a lightweight handheld collapsible canopy

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

past form of “urge” — force or impel in an indicated direction

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

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

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading Interested sailors and marines lined the ship’s rail, watching the approach of the stout, excited little foreigner.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

past form of “wave” — signal with the hands or nod

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

a platform built out from the shore into the water and supported by piles; provides access to ships and boats

From this reading SEÑOR PEREZ ASKS FOR AID Before the mud caused by the dropping anchor rose to the surface of the water, a shore boat containing two oarsmen and one passenger put out from the wharf and pulled for the _Denver_.

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

From this reading That the passenger was in a hurry was evidenced by his gesticulating hands, and by the black cotton umbrella held by its bulging center which he waved in an attempt to make the clumsy boatmen pull together.

a Caucasian

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

in the company of; together with

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

the words that are spoken

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading From under the white cork helmet his dark face worked spasmodically as with a mixture of Spanish, English and German words he urged on his laggard crew.