Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

third-person singular of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

the season when the leaves fall from the trees

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

United States composer (1910-1981)

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

plural of “boarder” — a tenant in someone's house

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

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From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

the two together, not just one

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

plural of “coat” — an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

money collected under a tariff

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

plural of “dew” — water that has condensed on a cool surface overnight from water vapor in the air

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

accept an excuse for

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

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

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

the back of a horse

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

seize on its way

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

social deportment

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

mix together different elements

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

information about recent and important events

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

and nothing more

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

the state of being in effect or being operative

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

a fully differentiated structural and functional unit in an animal that is specialized for some particular function

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

carry out or perform an action

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

past form of “remark” — make mention of

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

disgraceful gossip about the private lives of other people

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

plural of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

not often

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

plural of “sex” — activities associated with sexual intercourse

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

the act of removing hair with a razor

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

a particular situation

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

be seated

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

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

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

the season of growth

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

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From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

plural of “tavern” — a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

a beverage made by steeping tea leaves in water

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

propel through the air

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

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

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

a mixed drink made of liquor and water with sugar and spices and served hot

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

plural of “town” — an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading The barber always arrives on horseback, to perform the operation of shaving; and here, as in some towns of Europe, he is the organ of all the news and scandal of the place.

plural of “turn” — a circular segment of a curve

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

plural of “umbrella” — a lightweight handheld collapsible canopy

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

under normal conditions

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

imparting heat

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

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

From this reading In almost all houses toddy, or spirits and water, is offered to guests a few minutes before dinner.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

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

From this reading Boarders in boarding-houses, or in taverns, sometimes throw off their coats during the heat of summer; and, in winter, their shoes, for the purpose of warming their feet at the fire; customs which the climate only can excuse.

belonging to which person

From this reading At dinner and at tea parties, the ladies sit together, and seldom mix with the gentlemen, whose conversation usually turns upon political subjects.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.

in the company of; together with

From this reading With regard to the manners of the _inhabitants_, it is remarked that both sexes, whether on horseback or on foot, carry umbrellas at all seasons: in summer, to keep off the sunbeams; in winter, as a shelter from the rain and snow; and in spring and autumn, to intercept the dews of the evening.