used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
absencesnounUS /ˈæbsənsɪz/
plural of “absence” — the state of being absent
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
alenounUS /eɪl/
a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast; in some of the United States an ale is (by law) a brew of more than 4% alcohol by volume
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
ampleadjectiveUS /ˈæmpəl/
more than enough in size or scope or capacity
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
beefnounUS /biːf/
cattle that are reared for their meat
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
commentsnounUS /ˈkɑːments/
plural of “comment” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
communicationsnounUS /kəˌmjuːnəˈkeɪʃənz/
the discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or television etc.)
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
conveyverbUS /kənˈveɪ/
(of information) make known; pass on
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
deepestadjectiveUS /ˈdiːpəst/
superlative of “deep” — relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
discussingverbUS /dɪˈskʌsɪŋ/
-ing form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
Falconer's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
a social unit living together
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
floodsnounUS /flʌdz/
plural of “flood” — the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
set up or found
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
fountainsnounUS /ˈfaʊntənz/
plural of “fountain” — a structure from which an artificially produced jet of water arises
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
the act of departing
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
gravesnounUS /ɡreɪvz/
English writer known for his interest in mythology and in the classics (1895-1985)
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
annoy continually or chronically
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
Hedgerownoun
a fence formed by a row of closely planted shrubs or bushes
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading --Old Song in Percy's Reliques.
intervalnounUS /ˈɪntərvəl/
a definite length of time marked off by two instants
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
the literary culture
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
engage in
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
MercurynounUS /ˈmɜːrkjəri/
a heavy silvery toxic univalent and bivalent metallic element; the only metal that is liquid at ordinary temperatures
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
NeptunenounUS /ˈneptuːn/
(Roman mythology) god of the sea; counterpart of Greek Poseidon
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
information about recent and important events
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
be obedient to
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading --Old Song in Percy's Reliques.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
OverprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
Percy'snounUS /ˈpɜːrsiz/
possessive form of “percy” — United States writer whose novels explored human alienation (1916-1990)
From this reading --Old Song in Percy's Reliques.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
refreshmentnounUS /rəˈfreʃmənt/
snacks and drinks served as a light meal
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
Reliques
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading --Old Song in Percy's Reliques.
tending to return to an earlier state
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
plural of “rock” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
shortestadjectiveUS /ˈʃɔːrtɪst/
superlative of “short” — primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
plural of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
SOLILOQUYnounUS /səˈlɪləkwi/
speech you make to yourself
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
a short musical composition with words
From this reading --Old Song in Percy's Reliques.
steepestadjectiveUS /ˈstiːpəst/
superlative of “steep” — having a sharp inclination
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
THEBESnounUS /θiːbz/
an ancient Egyptian city on the Nile River that flourished from the 22nd century BC to the 18th century BC; today the archeological remains include many splendid temples and tombs
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
trotverbUS /trɑːt/
run at a moderately swift pace
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
UnderprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
plural of “visitor” — someone who visits
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
volunteeredverbUS /ˌvɑːlənˈtɪrd/
past form of “volunteer” — tell voluntarily
From this reading Harry Hedgerow had volunteered to be Mr. Falconer's Mercury during his absences from the Tower, and to convey to him letters and any communications which the sisters might have to make.
plural of “wave” — one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While discussing beef and ale in the servants' hall, he heard a good deal of the family news, and many comments on the visitors.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading THE SEVEN AGAINST THEBES--A SOLILOQUY ON CHRISTMAS Over the mountains, And over the waves; Under the fountains, And under the graves; Under floods that are deepest, Which Neptune obey; Over rocks that are steepest, Love will find out the way.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Riding at a good trot, on a horse more distinguished for strength than grace, he found the shortest days long enough for the purpose of going and returning, with an ample interval for the refreshment of himself and his horse.
