Chapter VIII · Chapter 8

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

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

tending to become more severe or wider in scope

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

the act of accepting with approval; favorable reception

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

later than; following

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

in addition

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

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From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading CONQUERORS AND CONQUERED.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

people who have severe visual impairments, considered as a group

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

a young person of either sex

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

(plural) trousers made with chino cloth

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

past form of “conquer” — bring under control by force or authority

From this reading CONQUERORS AND CONQUERED.

plural of “conqueror” — someone who is victorious by force of arms

From this reading CONQUERORS AND CONQUERED.

a female human offspring

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

marked by deprivation especially of the necessities of life or healthful environmental influences

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

a Spanish gentleman or nobleman

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading Don Vegal had forgotten Sarah, to think only of Martin Paz.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

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

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

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

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

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

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397)

From this reading Don Vegal had forgotten Sarah, to think only of Martin Paz.

the force of workers available

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

and nothing more

From this reading Don Vegal had forgotten Sarah, to think only of Martin Paz.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading Don Vegal had forgotten Sarah, to think only of Martin Paz.

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

any competition

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

lacking any definite plan or order or purpose; governed by or depending on chance

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

(Old Testament) the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac

From this reading Don Vegal had forgotten Sarah, to think only of Martin Paz.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

without speaking

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

unusual or striking

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

plural of “sport” — an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading Don Vegal had forgotten Sarah, to think only of Martin Paz.

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

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

under normal conditions

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading A prey to his blind grief, Don Vegal walked at random.

close enough to be walked to

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

migratory

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

which person or people

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

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

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

in the company of; together with

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.

past form of “wrest” — obtain by seizing forcibly or violently, also metaphorically

From this reading After having lost his daughter, the hope of his race and of his love, was he about to see himself also deprived of the child of his adoption whom he had wrested from death?

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

From this reading He was struck with the great number of Indians, of _zambos_, of _chinos_, who were wandering about the streets; these men, who usually took an active part in the sports of the Amancaes, were now walking silently with singular pre-occupation.