Chapter XX · Chapter 20

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

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

-ing form of “amount” — be tantamount or equivalent to

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

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

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

a covered gravy holder of silver or other metal containing a detachable central vessel for hot water to keep the gravy warm

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

achieved or reached

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

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From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

acting with a specific goal

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

plural of “campbell” — United States mythologist (1904-1987)

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

a low-lying region in central France

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

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

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

a person who is in charge

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

courtesy towards women

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

an engagement fought between two military forces

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

past form of “command” — be in command of

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

obvious to the eye or mind

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

corrupted by contact or association

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

in a sincere and heartfelt manner

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

the state of being degenerate in mental or moral qualities

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

a loud harsh or strident noise

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

unaffected by self-interest

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

agreeably diverting

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

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

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

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 Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

inflected form of “flee” — run away quickly

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

provided with whatever is necessary for a purpose (as furniture or equipment or authority)

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

willing to give and share unstintingly

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale)

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

not solid; having a space or gap or cavity

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

past form of “inflict” — impose something unpleasant

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

a male relative

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

something that is lost

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

held dear

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

the force of workers available

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

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From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

a person hired to fight for another country than their own

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

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From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

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From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

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

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

impressive in appearance

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

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

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

above and across; more than

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

the local environment

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

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From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

having great power or force or potency or effect

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

a customary way of operation or behavior

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

on the contrary

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

be equal to in quality or ability

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; located on the northern part of the island of Great Britain; famous for bagpipes and plaids and kilts

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

have in common

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

people who have been slain (as in battle)

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

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

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

morally degraded

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

conforming to or constituting a standard of measurement or value; or of the usual or regularized or accepted kind

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

an outstanding leader of a political movement

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

a tenth part; one part in ten equal parts

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

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

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

having come into contact

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

soldiers collectively

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Montrose dearly loved his noble kinsman, in whom there was conspicuous a flash of the generous, romantic, disinterested chivalry of the old heroic times, entirely different from the sordid, calculating, and selfish character, which the practice of entertaining mercenary troops had introduced into most parts of Europe, and of which degeneracy Scotland, which furnished soldiers of fortune for the service of almost every nation, had been contaminated with a more than usual share.

the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

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

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

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

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

at the time that

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

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

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

which person or people

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He was but slightly touched, however, and made rather a graceful than a terrible appearance when he presented to his general the standard of Argyle, which he had taken from the standard-bearer with his own hand, and slain him in single combat.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Montrose’s splendid success over his powerful rival was not attained without some loss, though not amounting to the tenth of what he inflicted.

people who are wounded

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.

plural of “wound” — an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading Faint the din of battle bray’d, Distant down the hollow wind; War and terror fled before, Wounds and death remain’d behind.--PENROSE.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading The obstinate valour of the Campbells cost the lives of many brave men of the opposite party; and more were wounded, the Chief of whom was the brave young Earl of Menteith, who had commanded the centre.