Chapter II

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

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

a formal public statement

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

-ing form of “announce” — make known; make an announcement

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)

From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO FREDERICK DOUGLAS.

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

completely unclothed

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

tough protective covering of the woody stems and roots of trees and other woody plants

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

come out better in a competition, race, or conflict

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

a strong flame that burns brightly

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

cause to slow down or get stuck

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

confined by bonds

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

broken husks of the seeds of cereal grains that are separated from the flour by sifting

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

English writer noted for early detective novels (1824-1889)

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

dearly loved

From this reading _Paris._ My dear Fred.

the act of departing

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

give a description of

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

a loud harsh or strident noise

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

United States politician who proposed that individual territories be allowed to decide whether they would have slavery; he engaged in a famous series of debates with Abraham Lincoln (1813-1861)

From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO FREDERICK DOUGLAS.

the capital of the state of Delaware

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

(Old Testament) Adam's wife in Judeo-Christian mythology: the first woman and mother of the human race; God created Eve from Adam's rib and placed Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

ornament or join (fabric) by faggot stitch

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

the wool of a sheep or similar animal

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

the process whereby a protein molecule assumes its intricate three-dimensional shape

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

set up or found

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

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

From this reading _Paris._ My dear Fred.

a town in northern Maryland to the west of Baltimore

From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO FREDERICK DOUGLAS.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

a narrow secluded valley (in the mountains)

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

English actor of stage and screen (1893-1943)

From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO FREDERICK DOUGLAS.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

a single distinct event

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

full of or characterized by joy

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

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

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

filled or abounding with fog or mist

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading _Paris._ My dear Fred.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

above and across; more than

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce

From this reading _Paris._ My dear Fred.

share in something

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

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

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

the most extreme possible amount or value

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

cut with a saw

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

express in words

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

plural of “summit” — the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

plural of “terminus” — a place where something ends or is complete

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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

From this reading ARTHUR HOWARD TO FREDERICK DOUGLAS.

male cat

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

the deliberate act of delaying and playing instead of working

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

precisely as stated

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.

plural of “voice” — the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

accept gladly

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

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 Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading I saw the first faggot blaze on the peak of Lisfarne; I heard the first joyous announcement of Tom Collins, the eager bark of Gelert, Eva, and Bran, the din of voices, the pattering of bare feet across every path-way in the bog; in short, what incident, however trifling, was a stranger to my breast that prepared for the final folding in your mother’s arms?

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

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

which person or people

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

an affirmative

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Need I say how welcome it was?--Yes, you did indeed describe your feelings to one who could participate in every sensation, and feel every beat of your heart, as the well known land marks, the _termini_ that bound your glen of enchantment, rose smiling in the western beam, above the misty fleece which had rolled over their summits from the sea.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading Your letter, announcing safe return to the “happy valley,” found me on the very eve of my departure to Dover.