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From this reading Physical training in its proper sense involves: 1.
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From this reading 2.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
cultivationnounUS /ˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən/
socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners
From this reading The cultivation and preservation of physical health.
departmentnounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
a specialized division of a large organization
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
drill-sergeant
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From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
endeavornounUS /ɪnˈdevər/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
entertainedadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
exercisesnounUS /ˈeksərsaɪzəz/
plural of “exercise” — the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
gymnasticadjectiveUS /dʒɪmˈnæstɪk/
vigorously active
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease
From this reading The cultivation and preservation of physical health.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
plural of “idea” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
of great significance or value
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Physical training in its proper sense involves: 1.
involvesverbUS /ˌɪnˈvɑːlvz/
third-person singular of “involve” — connect closely and often incriminatingly
From this reading Physical training in its proper sense involves: 1.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Physical training in its proper sense involves: 1.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used to form the superlative
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
and nothing more
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
preservationnounUS /ˌprezərˈveɪʃən/
the activity of protecting something from loss or danger
From this reading The cultivation and preservation of physical health.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading Physical training in its proper sense involves: 1.
readersnounUS /ˈriːdərz/
plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading Physical training in its proper sense involves: 1.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
suggestverbUS /səˈdʒest/
make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
TrainingnounUS /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
activity leading to skilled behavior
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
under normal conditions
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
wideradjectiveUS /ˈwaɪdər/
comparative of “wide” — having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading We must endeavor to give our readers wider and better views than are usually entertained upon the subject.
the words that are spoken
From this reading To most persons, probably, the words "Physical Training" suggest ideas of the drill-sergeant, or of gymnastic or other extraordinary exercises; and, truly, such exercises may form a part of physical training, but only a part, and that a small one, of this most important department of human education.
