used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
Alvarado's
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From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
amidprepositionUS /əˈmɪd/
in the middle of; surrounded by
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
AREauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
BESIEGEDadjectiveUS /bɪˈsiːdʒd/
surrounded by hostile forces
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
the two together, not just one
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
placed in a grave
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
put or send forth
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
CONQUERORSnounUS /ˈkɑːŋkərərz/
plural of “conqueror” — someone who is victorious by force of arms
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
CortesnounUS /ˌkɔːrˈtez/
Spanish conquistador who defeated the Aztecs and conquered Mexico (1485-1547)
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
travel across or pass over
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
cypresses
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From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
forsaken by owner or inhabitants
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
past form of “die” — pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
droopingadjectiveUS /ˈdruːpɪŋ/
weak from exhaustion
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
erectedverbUS /ɪˈrektəd/
past form of “erect” — construct, build, or erect
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
having dropped by the force of gravity
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
in a gradual manner
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
a young female
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
glancesnounUS /ˈɡlænsɪz/
plural of “glance” — a quick look
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
grassesnounUS /ˈɡræsəz/
plural of “grass” — narrow-leaved green herbage: grown as lawns; used as pasture for grazing animals; cut and dried as hay
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
death of a person
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
homesnounUS /hoʊmz/
plural of “home” — where you live at a particular time
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
Huetzin
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From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
set down according to a plan
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
linedadjectiveUS /laɪnd/
bordered by a line of things
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
MarinanounUS /mərˈiːnə/
a fancy dock for small yachts and cabin cruisers
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
not any; not one
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
perfumedadjectiveUS /pərˈfjuːmd/
filled or impregnated with perfume
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
persuadedverbUS /pərˈsweɪdɪd/
past form of “persuade” — win approval or support for
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
plaitnounUS /pleɪt/
a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
housing available for people to live in
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
respectfuladjectiveUS /rɪˈspektfəl/
full of or exhibiting respect
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
riskedverbUS /rɪskt/
past form of “risk” — expose to a chance of loss or damage
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
royaladjectiveUS /ˈrɔɪəl/
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
sadnessnounUS /ˈsædnəs/
emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
Identical; not different.
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
Sandoval
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From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
snow-whiteadjective
of the white color of snow
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
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 It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
the time in the evening at which the sun begins to fall below the horizon
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
sweet-scentedadjective
having a natural fragrance
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
symbolnounUS /ˈsɪmbəl/
an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
Tezcucan
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From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
Tezcuco
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From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
in or at that place or location
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
Tiata
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From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
timidlyadverbUS /ˈtɪmədli/
in a shy or timid or bashful manner
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
Tlascalan
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From this reading At the young Tlascalan leader they cast glances of respectful sympathy, but Sandoval was seen of no man that day.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
Toltecnoun
a member of the Nahuatl speaking people of central and southern Mexico
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
warriornounUS /ˈwɔːriər/
someone engaged in or experienced in warfare
From this reading It was a day of sadness in the deserted city, for the story of the great sorrow that had fallen on both Huetzin and Sandoval was known to every soldier and warrior.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
at the time that
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
which person or people
From this reading THE CONQUERORS ARE BESIEGED IN THEIR QUARTERS The brave girl who had risked and lost her life in bringing Alvarado's message to Cortes, was buried that same day, at sunset, amid the drooping cypresses and perfumed flowers of the royal garden of Tezcuco.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
in the company of; together with
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading When Tiata had been laid gently within it, there was erected above it a snow-white cross, the symbol of the Toltec faith, for love of which she died.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading During the day, Marina, and a few young Tezcucan girls whom she persuaded to venture timidly forth from their homes, lined the grave with a plait of sweet-scented grasses.
