Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

to or in a foreign country

From this reading _HOME AND ABROAD: LINDEN, CAMPHOR, BEECH_.

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

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

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

From this reading _HOME AND ABROAD: LINDEN, CAMPHOR, BEECH_.

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

the largest continent with 60% of the earth's population; it is joined to Europe on the west to form Eurasia; it is the site of some of the world's earliest civilizations

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

soft light-colored wood of any of various linden trees; used in making crates and boxes and in carving and millwork

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

any of several large deciduous trees with rounded spreading crowns and smooth grey bark and small sweet edible triangular nuts enclosed in burs; north temperate regions

From this reading _HOME AND ABROAD: LINDEN, CAMPHOR, BEECH_.

a resin obtained from the camphor tree; used in making celluloid and liniment

From this reading _HOME AND ABROAD: LINDEN, CAMPHOR, BEECH_.

without stop or interruption

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

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 Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

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

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

regard something as probable or likely

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

marked by eager anticipation

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

a church congregation guided by a pastor

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

set up or found

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

the act of departing

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

a woman entrusted with the care and supervision of a child (especially in a private home)

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

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

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

where you live at a particular time

From this reading _HOME AND ABROAD: LINDEN, CAMPHOR, BEECH_.

past form of “hope” — expect and wish

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

of great significance or value

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

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

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

a caustic substance produced by heating limestone

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

soft light-colored wood of any of various linden trees; used in making crates and boxes and in carving and millwork

From this reading _HOME AND ABROAD: LINDEN, CAMPHOR, BEECH_.

engage in

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

the common people generally

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

used to form the superlative

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

not any; not one

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

To recall to mind.

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

possessing material wealth

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

filled with satisfaction

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

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

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

not in physical motion

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

carry out

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

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

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

in or at that place or location

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid dimensions

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

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

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

make an effort or attempt

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

precisely as stated

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

plural of “wandering” — travelling about without any clear destination

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

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

From this reading "No indeed!" they assured her; "they liked to hear about them all, and they were going to try and remember everything she told them about the trees."

relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

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

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It is a very handsome, regular-looking tree with rich, thick masses of foliage that make a deep shade.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

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

From this reading Their governess said that would be too much to expect, and if they remembered the most important things she would be quite satisfied, "We will take the linden, lime, or basswood, tree--for it has all three of these names--this evening," she continued, "and there are nine or ten species of the tree, which are found in America, Europe and Western Asia.

but in spite of that

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Now," said Miss Harson to her expectant flock, "it is to be hoped that our foreign wanderings among such wonderful trees have not spoiled you for home trees, as there are still a number of them which we have not yet examined."