Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

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

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

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From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

with brightness

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

a solid food prepared from the pressed curd of milk

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

a ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that occurs abundantly in large masses; used as an electrical and thermal conductor

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

plural of “cushion” — a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

plural of “date” — the specified day of the month

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

plural of “dish” — a piece of dishware normally used as a container for holding or serving food

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading The doors of the supper-room now flew open.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

divisible by two

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

favorite

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

plural of “fig” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

inflected form of “fly” — travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading The doors of the supper-room now flew open.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

(plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

plural of “grape” — any of various juicy fruit of the genus Vitis with green or purple skins; grow in clusters

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

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

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

the act of retaining something

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

a base hit on which the batter scores a run

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

a sweet yellow liquid produced by bees

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

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

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

attractive and tempting

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

plural of “joint” — (anatomy) the point of connection between two bones or elements of a skeleton (especially if it allows motion)

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

appealing to the emotions as well as the eye

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

plural of “meal” — the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

plural of “melon” — any of numerous fruits of the gourd family having a hard rind and sweet juicy flesh

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

an area that is approximately central within some larger region

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

used to form the superlative

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

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From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

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

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

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

From this reading The doors of the supper-room now flew open.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The doors of the supper-room now flew open.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading The doors of the supper-room now flew open.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

plural of “plate” — (baseball) base consisting of a rubber slab where the batter stands; it must be touched by a base runner in order to score

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

perfected or made shiny and smooth

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

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

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

a purple color or pigment

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

lying down; in a position of comfort or rest

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

possessing material wealth

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

cook with dry heat, usually in an oven

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

plural of “shape” — any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

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From this reading The doors of the supper-room now flew open.

confined on all sides

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

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

From this reading The doors of the supper-room now flew open.

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

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

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

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

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

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

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

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

of worldwide scope or applicability

From this reading In the time of Homer people sat at table, but the recumbent position became universal in later times.]

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

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

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.

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

From this reading Two lovely, fair-haired boys, holding myrtle-wreaths, stood on each side of the entrance, and in the middle of the room was a large, low, brilliantly polished table, surrounded by inviting purple cushions.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

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

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

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

From this reading [It was most probably usual for each guest to have his own little table; but we read even in Homer of large tables on which the meals were served up.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Rich nosegays adorned this table, and on it were placed large joints of roast meat, glasses and dishes of various shapes filled with dates, figs, pomegranates, melons and grapes, little silver beehives containing honey, and plates of embossed copper, on which lay delicate cheese from the island of Trinakria.