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Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
AdelaidenounUS /ˈædəleɪd/
the state capital of South Australia
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
in addition
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
for the reason that
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
berriesnounUS /ˈberiz/
plural of “berry” — any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
cleanseverbUS /klenz/
clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
rid of obstructions
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
climaxnounUS /ˈklaɪmæks/
the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
colandernounUS /ˈkɑːləndər/
bowl-shaped strainer; used to wash or drain foods
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
deliciousadjectiveUS /dɪˈlɪʃəs/
greatly pleasing or entertaining
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
dipverbUS /dɪp/
immerse briefly into a liquid so as to wet, coat, or saturate
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
drainverbUS /dreɪn/
flow off gradually
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
make void or empty of contents
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
enjoymentnounUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪmənt/
the pleasure felt when having a good time
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
etc
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
the ripened reproductive body of a seed plant
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
hulledverbUS /hʌld/
past form of “hull” — remove the hulls from
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
feeling hunger; feeling a need or desire to eat food
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
jamverbUS /dʒæm/
press tightly together or cram
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
JAMSnounUS /dʒæmz/
plural of “jam” — preserve of crushed fruit
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
jelliesnounUS /ˈdʒeliz/
plural of “jelly” — an edible jelly (sweet or pungent) made with gelatin and used as a dessert or salad base or a coating for foods
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
juicenounUS /dʒuːs/
the liquid part that can be extracted from plant or animal tissue by squeezing or cooking
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
raise from a lower to a higher position
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
engage in
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
panverbUS /pæn/
make a sweeping movement
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
picnicnounUS /ˈpɪknɪk/
a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
puddingsnounUS /ˈpʊdɪŋz/
plural of “pudding” — any of various soft thick unsweetened baked dishes
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
quartnounUS /kwɔːrt/
a United States liquid unit equal to 32 fluid ounces; four quarts equal one gallon
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
rolly-polly
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
sandwichesnounUS /ˈsændwɪtʃɪz/
plural of “sandwich” — two (or more) slices of bread with a filling between them
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
an educational institution
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
StrawberriesnounUS /ˈstrɔːberiz/
plural of “strawberry” — sweet fleshy red fruit
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
StrawberrynounUS /ˈstrɔːberi/
sweet fleshy red fruit
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
SugarnounUS /ˈʃʊɡər/
a white crystalline carbohydrate used as a sweetener and preservative
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
in an exhaustive manner
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
under normal conditions
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
washverbUS /wɑːʃ/
clean with some chemical process
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading Strawberry Jam Strawberries, 1 quart Sugar Mother told Adelaide to empty the strawberries into the colander and place in a pan of cold water, then to dip the colander up and down so as to thoroughly cleanse the berries; next to change the water two or three times until it was clear, then lift out the colander and drain.
welcomedverbUS /ˈwelkəmd/
past form of “welcome” — accept gladly
From this reading JAMS OF course Adelaide did not make her jams, jellies, etc., in the order given, but according to the season, and she welcomed each fruit in its turn.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Strawberries were usually first on the market, and so "Strawberry Jam" was the first attempt in the jam making line.
at the time that
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading Adelaide was especially fond of jams; they did make the most delicious sandwiches when she came home hungry from school or went on a picnic, but the climax of enjoyment was reached when mother made rolly-polly jam puddings in the winter.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Mother also said that you should never wash berries after they were hulled, because if you did you lost part of the juice.
