Chapter VI

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

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

having no known name or identity or known source

From this reading ANONYMOUS.

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

a round vessel that is open at the top; used chiefly for holding food or liquids

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

a former province of eastern France that is famous for its wines

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

for the most part

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

-ing form of “converse” — carry on a conversation

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

torn down and broken up

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

a person who is older than you are

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

having ones attention or mind or energy engaged

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

a ceremonial dinner party for many people

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

woodlands in full leaf

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

the native habitat or home of an animal or plant

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

plural of “hall” — an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

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

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

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

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

the act of departing

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

lacking companions or companionship

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

held dear

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

-ing form of “low” — make a low noise, characteristic of bovines

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

low or inferior in station or quality

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

wood of any of various maple trees; especially the hard close-grained wood of the sugar maple; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

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

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

plural of “person” — a human being

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

spoil as if by poison

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

feeling self-respect or pleasure in something by which you measure your self-worth; or being a reason for pride

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

plural of “reveller” — a celebrant who shares in a noisy party

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

plural of “ruin” — an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

a reddish brown homespun fabric

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

plural of “sport” — an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

confined on all sides

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Believe me, There ne'er was poison mix'd in maple bowl.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading "This has been a proud and a strong habitation in its time," said Philipson.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

up to a particular time

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.

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

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

in or at the place that

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

which person or people

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

in the company of; together with

From this reading I was one Who loved the greenwood bank and lowing herd, The russet prize, the lowly peasant's life, Season'd with sweet content, more than the halls Where revellers feast to fever-height.

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

From this reading Leaving the young persons engaged with their sports, the Landamman of Unterwalden and the elder Philipson walked on in company, conversing chiefly on the political relations of France, England, and Burgundy, until the conversation was changed as they entered the gate of the old castle-yard of Geierstein, where arose the lonely and dismantled keep, surrounded by the ruins of other buildings.