used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
awfuladjectiveUS /ˈɑːfəl/
exceptionally bad or displeasing
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
biddingnounUS /ˈbɪdɪŋ/
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
briskadjectiveUS /brɪsk/
quick and energetic
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
circulationnounUS /ˈsɜːrkjəleɪʃən/
the dissemination of copies of periodicals (as newspapers or magazines)
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
COURIERnounUS /ˈkɜːriər/
a person who carries a message
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
crampedadjectiveUS /kræmpt/
constricted in size
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
inflected form of “drag” — pull, as against a resistance
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
feeling or showing gratitude
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
only a very short time before
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
heartyadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrti/
showing warm and heartfelt friendliness
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
hiding-place
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From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
Huetzin
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From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
insupportableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnsəˈpɔːrtəbəl/
incapable of being justified or explained
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
issuedverbUS /ˈɪʃuːd/
past form of “issue” — prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
KING'SnounUS /kɪŋz/
possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
take somebody somewhere
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
plural of “limb” — one of the jointed appendages of an animal used for locomotion or grasping: arm; leg; wing; flipper
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
feeling or showing love and affection
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
mountaineernounUS /ˈmaʊntɪnɪr/
someone who climbs mountains
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
make or become more narrow or restricted
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
on one occasion
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
owedverbUS /oʊd/
past form of “owe” — be obliged to pay or repay
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
marked by the reception of pay
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
painfullyadverbUS /ˈpeɪnfəli/
unpleasantly
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
partaking
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From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
penaltynounUS /ˈpenəlti/
the act of punishing
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
protectorsnounUS /prəˈtektərz/
plural of “protector” — a person who cares for persons or property
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
restoredverbUS /rɪˈstɔːrd/
past form of “restore” — return to its original or usable and functioning condition
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
rubbingnounUS /ˈrʌbɪŋ/
the resistance encountered when one body is moved in contact with another
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
in the near future
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
be standing; be upright
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
not moving or operating freely
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
summonedverbUS /ˈsʌmənd/
past form of “summon” — call in an official matter, such as to attend court
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
summonsnounUS /ˈsʌmənz/
a request to be present
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
tortillasnounUS /ˌtɔːrˈtiːəz/
plural of “tortilla” — thin unleavened pancake made from cornmeal or wheat flour
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
TRAPPINGnounUS /ˈtræpɪŋ/
stable gear consisting of a decorated covering for a horse, especially (formerly) for a warhorse
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
uncomfortableadjectiveUS /ənˈkʌmfərtəbəl/
conducive to or feeling mental discomfort
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome
From this reading A brisk rubbing of his limbs soon restored their circulation; and, after partaking of a hearty meal in the cabin of his humble protectors, he was once more ready to venture forth.
walletnounUS /ˈwɔːlət/
a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
water-pipe
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From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
accept gladly
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
well-nighadverb
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading His position in it was so painfully cramped that, as the long hours dragged slowly away, it became well-nigh insupportable.
at the time that
From this reading When he finally heard the welcome summons, and issued from the narrow opening, he was so stiff he could hardly stand.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
in the company of; together with
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading A wallet well filled with tortillas, provided by the woman to whom he already owed his life, was given him, and, bidding her a loving and grateful farewell, he followed the lead of the old mountaineer out into the darkness.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading TRAPPING A KING'S COURIER But for a promise he had given, to remain in his uncomfortable hiding-place until summoned by his friends, and but for the awful penalty they must have paid had their connection with him been discovered, Huetzin would long since have left the old water-pipe.
