used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
(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 Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
altitudesnounUS /ˈæltɪtuːdz/
plural of “altitude” — elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
availableadjectiveUS /əˈveɪləbəl/
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
candlesnounUS /ˈkændəlz/
plural of “candle” — stick of wax with a wick in the middle
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
cavernousadjectiveUS /ˈkævərnəs/
being or suggesting a cavern
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
chillnounUS /tʃɪl/
coldness due to a cold environment
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
chimneynounUS /ˈtʃɪmni/
a vertical flue that provides a path through which smoke from a fire is carried away through the wall or roof of a building
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
clannounUS /klæn/
group of people related by blood or marriage
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
placed crosswise
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
detachedadjectiveUS /dɪˈtætʃt/
showing lack of emotional involvement
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
extraadjectiveUS /ˈekstrə/
more than is needed, desired, or required
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
start firing a weapon
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
shoot down, of birds
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
healthyadjectiveUS /ˈhelθi/
having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
hearthstonenoun
a stone that forms a hearth
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
illuminationnounUS /ˌɪluːməˈneɪʃən/
a condition of spiritual awareness; divine illumination
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
Jephthah
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
Judith's
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From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
the month following June and preceding August
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
lampsnounUS /læmps/
plural of “lamp” — an artificial source of visible illumination
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
lanesnounUS /leɪnz/
plural of “lane” — a narrow way or road
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
provided with artificial light
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
logverbUS /lɔːɡ/
enter into a log, as on ships and planes
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
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 The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
loomverbUS /luːm/
come into view indistinctly, often threateningly
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
most important element
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
absolutely essential
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
on one occasion
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
and nothing more
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
in other respects or ways
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
pinenounUS /paɪn/
a coniferous tree
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
plagueverbUS /pleɪɡ/
cause to suffer a blight
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
Play-Party
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
the act of playing a musical instrument
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
primitiveadjectiveUS /ˈprɪmətɪv/
belonging to an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
housing available for people to live in
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
rheumatismnounUS /ˈruːmətɪzəm/
any painful disorder of the joints or muscles or connective tissues
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
possessing material wealth
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
shimmerverbUS /ˈʃɪmər/
shine with a weak or fitful light
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
shineverbUS /ʃaɪn/
be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
smoldered
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
having a supporting base
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
sticksnounUS /stɪks/
plural of “stick” — an implement consisting of a length of wood
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
structurenounUS /ˈstrʌktʃər/
a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
swingverbUS /swɪŋ/
move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
tablesnounUS /ˈteɪbəlz/
plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
tormentedadjectiveUS /ˈtɔːrmentɪd/
experiencing intense pain especially mental pain
From this reading Here too a fire smoldered on the hearthstone, for the head of the Turrentine clan was tormented by rheumatism, that plague of otherwise healthy primitive man.
Turrentine
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
the act of using
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading Old Jephthah held state in his own quarters, a detached log cabin standing about thirty feet from the main structure, and once used probably to house the loom or for some such extra domestic purpose.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
in or at the place that
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They were dancing or playing in the big front room which was lit only by the rich broken shimmer and shine from a fire of pine sticks in the cavernous black chimney.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Though it was early July the evening, in those altitudes, had its own chill, and the heat from this was not unpleasant, while its illumination became necessary, for all the lamps and candles available were in use out where the tables were spread.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading The Play-Party Long lanes of light crossed the grass from window and door of the Turrentine house; Judith's play-party was in full swing.
