Chapter IV

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

recognized or made known or admitted

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the verbal act of requesting

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

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

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

in addition to; as well as

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

ride at a canter

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

a natural or artificial enclosed space

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

give encouragement to

From this reading FAREWELL TO YOU!--TO YOU GOOD CHEER!

rid of obstructions

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

the act of offering an improvement to replace a mistake; setting right

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

the last (12th) month of the year

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

causing dejection

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

limp and soiled as if dragged in the mud

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting

From this reading FAREWELL TO YOU!--TO YOU GOOD CHEER!

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

experiencing joy and pleasure

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading FAREWELL TO YOU!--TO YOU GOOD CHEER!

a republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula; known for grapes and olives and olive oil

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

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

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

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

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

plural of “impulse” — an instinctive motive

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

fasten with a lock

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

be about

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

a feeling of thoughtful sadness

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

and nothing more

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

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

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

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

From this reading One cannot lock oneself away in a dismal chamber merely as a correction against one’s own irregular impulses.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

where the air is unconfined

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

plural of “plume” — anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

flowing profusely

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

-ing form of “proclaim” — declare formally; declare someone to be something; of titles

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

elude, especially in a baffling way

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

worried and uneasy

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

move or cause to move back and forth

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

be bright by reflecting or casting light

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

an instance of visual perception

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the act of singing vocal music

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

give moral or emotional strength to

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

the rays of the sun

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

something that seduces or has the quality to seduce

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

in or at that place or location

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading FAREWELL TO YOU!--TO YOU GOOD CHEER!

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

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

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

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

in a violent manner

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

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

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Besides, was not his resolution there to act as constable, and move them on if unruly subjects showed any tendency to loiter on the way?

(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 Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

which person or people

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading It will go hard with that young man to resist the temptation to get up, shake out the draggled plumes of thought, and canter away into the country--or why own an uncle who has a horse or two to be had for the asking?

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading FAREWELL TO YOU!--TO YOU GOOD CHEER!

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

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading Given a young man of average resolution in force against an acknowledged and violently self-disapproved inclination, seated in a pleasant morning-room, with clear broad rays of December sunshine, as it knows how to shine in winter in Greece, pouring in through the lattice-work of the windows, every leaf in the garden singing and proclaiming that out-of-doors there is gladness of sight as well as gladness of sound, to soothe the mind of restless and melancholy youth.