Chapter I

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

engaged in or accustomed to close observation

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

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

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

plural of “anchor” — a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

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

From this reading Irregular and inconsistent spellings have been retained as in the original.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading Irregular and inconsistent spellings have been retained as in the original.

(computer science) a code for information exchange between computers made by different companies; a string of 7 binary digits represents each character; used in most microcomputers

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

a narrative song with a recurrent refrain

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

showing who or what does the action

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

plural of “cap” — a tight-fitting headdress

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

having something undesirable neutralized

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

plural of “error” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

the organization of information according to preset specifications (usually for computer processing)

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

arranged into groups

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

displaying a lack of consistency

From this reading Irregular and inconsistent spellings have been retained as in the original.

contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice

From this reading Irregular and inconsistent spellings have been retained as in the original.

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

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

a style of handwriting with the letters slanting to the right

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

of or relating to the ancient Latins or the Latin language

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

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

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

a brief written record

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

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

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

something that makes repeated and regular interruptions or divisions

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

-ing form of “refer” — make reference to

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

represented accurately or precisely

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

continued in your keeping or use or memory

From this reading Irregular and inconsistent spellings have been retained as in the original.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

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

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

plural of “spelling” — forming words with letters according to the principles underlying accepted usage

From this reading Irregular and inconsistent spellings have been retained as in the original.

plural of “substitution” — an event in which one thing is substituted for another

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

closely encircling

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

plural of “symbol” — an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

the words of something written

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

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

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

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

From this reading Linenote anchors in the form [L##] have been added to the text (they are not in the original but alert the reader to the presence of a note refering to line number ##).

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

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

a specific size and style of type within a type family

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

relating to or occurring or used in typography

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

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

From this reading The following substitutions are used to represent Latin-1 symbols: [a'] a-grave [e'] e-grave [i'] i-grave [:a] a-umlaut [:o] o-umlaut [:u] u-umlaut ['e] e-acute ['i] i-acute [oa] a-ring [ae] ae-ligature [~n] n-tilde Linenotes have been grouped at the end of each ballad.

plural of “underscore” — a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter)

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint

From this reading In this Plain Text version, the ASCII character set has been used; italic typeface is represented by _surrounding underscores_; small caps typeface is represented by ALL CAPS.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.

without justice or fairness

From this reading Typographical errors such as wrongly placed line numbers, punctuation or inconsistent formatting have been corrected without comment.