Chapter XV · Chapter 15

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From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

in ancient times; long ago

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

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

From this reading RINGS AND PRECIOUS STONES.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

the power or right to give orders or make decisions

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

plural of “charm” — attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

the size of something as given by the distance around it

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

accepted or habitual practice

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

money collected under a tariff

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

plural of “demon” — an evil supernatural being

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

cut or impressed into a surface

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

morally objectionable behavior

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

past form of “exist” — have an existence, be extant

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

the organ of sight

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

destroyed or killed

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second

From this reading Thus, in “Henry VIII.” (v.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

a holding device

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

past form of “invest” — make an investment

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

the literary culture

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

knowledge gained through tradition or anecdote

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

plural of “material” — the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

used to form the superlative

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

plural of “nation” — a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

an amount of time

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

the act of having and controlling property

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for

From this reading RINGS AND PRECIOUS STONES.

having a quality that thrusts itself into attention

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

sound loudly and sonorously

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises

From this reading RINGS AND PRECIOUS STONES.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

and nothing more

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

plural of “stone” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading RINGS AND PRECIOUS STONES.

plural of “superstition” — an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

required or under orders

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

relating to or using or proceeding by means of symbols

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

not permanent; not lasting

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

a unit of potential equal to the potential difference between two points on a conductor carrying a current of 1 ampere when the power dissipated between the two points is 1 watt

From this reading Thus, in “Henry VIII.” (v.

precisely as stated

From this reading From a very early period, rings and precious stones have held a prominent place in the traditionary lore, customs, and superstitions of most nations.

the cardinal number that is the sum of seven and one

From this reading Thus, in “Henry VIII.” (v.

plural of “virtue” — the quality of doing what is right and avoiding what is wrong

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

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

From this reading Thus, rings have been supposed “to protect from evil fascinations of every kind, against the evil eye, the influence of demons, and dangers of every possible character: though it was not simply in the rings themselves that the supposed virtues existed, but in the materials of which they were composed—in some particular precious stones that were set in them as charms or talismans, in some device or inscription on the stone, or some magical letters engraved on the circumference of the ring.”[753] Rings, too, in days gone by, had a symbolical importance.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Thus, it was anciently the custom for every monarch to have a ring, the temporary possession of which invested the holder with the same authority as the owner himself could exercise.