Chapter XI

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From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

having companions or an escort

From this reading Colonel Boutin departed from Hamah for Latakia, accompanied by his Egyptian groom and by another Mahometan servant.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

title for a civil or military leader (especially in Turkey)

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Colonel Boutin departed from Hamah for Latakia, accompanied by his Egyptian groom and by another Mahometan servant.

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From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

-ing form of “avenge” — take revenge for a perceived wrong

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

plural of “bedouin” — a member of a nomadic tribe of Arabs

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

being joined in close association

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

a diplomat appointed by a government to protect its commercial interests and help its citizens in a foreign country

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

well in the past; former

From this reading Colonel Boutin departed from Hamah for Latakia, accompanied by his Egyptian groom and by another Mahometan servant.

the act of departing

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

the act of leaving secretly or without explanation

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

a native or inhabitant of Egypt

From this reading Colonel Boutin departed from Hamah for Latakia, accompanied by his Egyptian groom and by another Mahometan servant.

angular distance above the horizon (especially of a celestial object)

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

set up or found

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

a person of French nationality

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

educate for a future role or function

From this reading Colonel Boutin departed from Hamah for Latakia, accompanied by his Egyptian groom and by another Mahometan servant.

plural of “guy” — an informal term for a youth or man

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

without excuse or justification

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

having inhabitants; lived in

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

the work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

aromatic Turkish tobacco

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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From this reading Colonel Boutin departed from Hamah for Latakia, accompanied by his Egyptian groom and by another Mahometan servant.

social deportment

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

march in a procession

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

used to form the superlative

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

not any; not one

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

plural of “occurrence” — an event that happens

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

existing or coming before

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

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From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

inflected form of “refer” — make reference to

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

an established line of travel or access

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading Colonel Boutin departed from Hamah for Latakia, accompanied by his Egyptian groom and by another Mahometan servant.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

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From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

inflected form of “sleep” — be asleep

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

a light open horse-drawn carriage with two or four wheels and one seat

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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 Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

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

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

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

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

capable of being borne or endured

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

a person who changes location

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

being of use or service

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

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

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

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

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

which person or people

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

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

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

belonging to which person

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading Disappearance of Colonel Boutin, a French traveller--Efforts of Lady Hester Stanhope, for investigating his fate--Mission of Abd el Rasák from Mahannah to Lady Hester--Manners and character of the Bedouins--Story of Mustafa Aga, Khasnadár of Mûly Ismael, and his wife--Departure of Abd el Rasák and his companions.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

in the company of; together with

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading As one of the most useful purposes to which Lady Hester turned the influence which she enjoyed in this country is connected with his fate, it would be inexcusable were this affair not to be related at length.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading He had written to M. Guys, French consul at Latakia, to intimate that, to avoid the circuitous route of Geser Shogr, he should cut strait across the mountains inhabited by the Ansárys.[80] He slept at Shyzer, departed on the following morning, and was heard of no more.

a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days

From this reading I found Lady Hester in tolerable health: but her mind was at this time wholly intent on avenging the death of Colonel Boutin, a Frenchman, whose name and destination will be seen by referring to the occurrences in March of the preceding year, and who had been made away with in his journey from Hamah to Latakia.