Chapter III · Chapter 3

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From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

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

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

a shortened form of a word or phrase

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

having help; often used as a combining form

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

possessing life

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

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

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

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

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

past form of “belong” — be owned by; be in the possession of

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

plural of “border” — a line that indicates a boundary

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

plural of “broom” — a cleaning implement for sweeping; bundle of straws or twigs attached to a long handle

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

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From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

a conservative advocate of capitalism

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

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

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

rid of objects or obstructions such as e.g. trees and brush

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

plural of “cut” — a share of the profits

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

(plural) the deepest and most remote part

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

characterized by great determination

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

wood used for fuel

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

plural of “fortune” — an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

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

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

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

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

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

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

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

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

ten 10s

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

plural of “hunt” — Englishman and Pre-Raphaelite painter (1827-1910)

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

made more desirable or valuable or profitable; especially made ready for use or marketing

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

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

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

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

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

plural of “land” — the land on which real estate is located

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

past form of “live” — be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

for more time

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

not any; not one

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

and nothing more

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

by chance

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

plural of “peso” — the basic unit of money in Uruguay; equal to 100 centesimos

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

fruit preserved by cooking with sugar

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

To recall to mind.

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

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From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

plural of “share” — assets belonging to or due to or contributed by an individual person or group

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

a male human offspring

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

not in physical motion

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

plural of “tale” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

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From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

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

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

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

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

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

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid dimensions

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

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

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

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

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

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

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

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

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

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

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

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

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

a Caucasian

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.

which person or people

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

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From this reading CABESANG TALES Those who have read the first part of this story will perhaps remember an old wood-cutter who lived in the depths of the forest.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading So they cut down and cleared away some thick woods which were situated on the borders of the town and which they believed belonged to no one.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

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

From this reading His son Tales (abbreviation of Telesforo) had worked at first on shares on the lands of a capitalist, but later, having become the owner of two carabaos and several hundred pesos, determined to work on his own account, aided by his father, his wife, and his three children.

buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading He no longer hunts or cuts firewood, for his fortunes have improved and he works only at making brooms.

but in spite of that

From this reading [12] Tandang Selo is still alive, and though his hair has turned completely white, he yet preserves his good health.