used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
adoreverbUS /əˈdɔːr/
love intensely
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
equally
From this reading Bright as the sun, her eyes the gazers strike, And, like the sun, they shine on all alike.
(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 Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
beamsnounUS /biːmz/
plural of “beam” — a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
the chest considered as the place where secret thoughts are kept
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading Bright as the sun, her eyes the gazers strike, And, like the sun, they shine on all alike.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
CANTOnounUS /ˈkæntoʊ/
the highest part (usually the melody) in a piece of choral music
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
travel across or pass over
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
discloseverbUS /dɪˈskloʊz/
make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
etherealadjectiveUS /ɪˈθɪriəl/
characterized by lightness and insubstantiality; as impalpable or intangible as air
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
extendsverbUS /ɪkˈstendz/
third-person singular of “extend” — extend in scope or range or area
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
the organ of sight
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
FavoursnounUS /ˈfeɪvərz/
plural of “favour” — a feeling of favorable regard
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
gazers
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From this reading Bright as the sun, her eyes the gazers strike, And, like the sun, they shine on all alike.
gloriesnounUS /ˈɡlɔːriz/
plural of “glory” — a state of high honor
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
IInoun
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
infidelsnounUS /ˈɪnfɪdelz/
plural of “infidel” — a person who does not acknowledge your god
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
issuingnounUS /ˈɪʃuːɪŋ/
the act of providing an item for general use or for official purposes (usually in quantity)
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
JewsnounUS /dʒuːz/
plural of “jew” — a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
the act of caressing with the lips (or an instance thereof)
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
LaunchedverbUS /lɔːntʃt/
past form of “launch” — set up or found
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Bright as the sun, her eyes the gazers strike, And, like the sun, they shine on all alike.
full of life and energy
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
plural of “look” — the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
most important element
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
not one, and not any
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
nymphsnounUS /nɪmfs/
plural of “nymph” — (classical mythology) a minor nature goddess usually depicted as a beautiful maiden
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
o'eradverb
throughout a period of time
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
offendsverbUS /əˈfendz/
third-person singular of “offend” — cause to feel resentment or indignation
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
OftadverbUS /ɔːft/
many times at short intervals
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
on one occasion
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
purpled
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
accomplished rapidly and without delay
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
rejectsnounUS /rɪˈdʒekts/
plural of “reject” — the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
risesnounUS /ˈraɪzəz/
plural of “rise” — a growth in strength or number or importance
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
shineverbUS /ʃaɪn/
be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading Bright as the sun, her eyes the gazers strike, And, like the sun, they shine on all alike.
inflected form of “shine” — be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
smilesnounUS /smaɪlz/
plural of “smile” — a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
sparklingadjectiveUS /ˈspɑːrklɪŋ/
shining with brilliant points of light like stars
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
sprightlyadjectiveUS /ˈspraɪtli/
full of spirit and vitality
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
From this reading Bright as the sun, her eyes the gazers strike, And, like the sun, they shine on all alike.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
ThamesnounUS /temz/
the longest river in England; flows eastward through London to the North Sea
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Bright as the sun, her eyes the gazers strike, And, like the sun, they shine on all alike.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
unfixedadjective
not firmly placed or set or fastened
From this reading Her lively looks a sprightly mind disclose, Quick as her eyes, and as unfixed as those; Favours to none, to all she smiles extends; Oft she rejects, but never once offends.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
well-dressedadjective
having tasteful clothing and being scrupulously neat
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
a Caucasian
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
in the company of; together with
From this reading CANTO II Not with more glories, in th' ethereal plain, The sun first rises o'er the purpled main, Than, issuing forth, the rival of his beams Launched on the bosom of the silver Thames.
inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in
From this reading On her white breast a sparkling cross she wore, Which Jews might kiss, and infidels adore.
youthsnounUS /juːðz/
plural of “youth” — a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading Fair nymphs, and well-dressed youths around her shone, But every eye was fixed on her alone.
