used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The Host, a Human Sacrifice.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
(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 It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
ArknounUS /ɑːrk/
(Judaism) sacred chest where the ancient Hebrews kept the two tablets containing the Ten Commandments
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
AssyriannounUS /əˈsɪriən/
an inhabitant of ancient Assyria
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
for the reason that
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace)
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
plural of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
consecratedadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnsəkreɪtɪd/
solemnly dedicated to or set apart for a high or sacred purpose
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
gotten under control
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
containingverbUS /kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
conventionalizedadjective
using artistic forms and conventions to create effects; not natural or spontaneous
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
correspondedverbUS /ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndɪd/
past form of “correspond” — be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
CyrilnounUS /ˈsɪrəl/
Greek missionary; the invention of the Cyrillic alphabet is attributed to him (826-869)
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
devoteesnounUS /ˈdevəˈtiːz/
plural of “devotee” — an ardent follower and admirer
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
plural of “direction” — a line leading to a place or point
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
emblemsnounUS /ˈembləmz/
plural of “emblem” — special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc.
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
Ency
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From this reading See Ency.
opinion or judgment
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
for a limitless time
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
formerlyadverbUS /ˈfɔːrmərli/
at a previous time
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
GrovenounUS /ɡroʊv/
a small growth of trees without underbrush
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
hermaphroditenounUS /hərˈmæfrədaɪt/
one having both male and female sexual characteristics and organs; at birth an unambiguous assignment of male or female cannot be made
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there
From this reading The Host, a Human Sacrifice.
HumanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading The Host, a Human Sacrifice.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
JerusalemnounUS /dʒərˈuːsələm/
capital and largest city of the modern state of Israel (although its status as capital is disputed)
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
kissingnounUS /ˈkɪsɪŋ/
affectionate play (or foreplay without contact with the genital organs)
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
be an inhabitant of or reside in
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
malenounUS /meɪl/
an animal that produces gametes (spermatozoa) that can fertilize female gametes
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
monsternounUS /ˈmɑːnstər/
an imaginary creature usually having various human and animal parts
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
Monstrancenoun
proof by a process of argument or a series of proposition proving an asserted conclusion
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
religionsnounUS /riˈlɪdʒənz/
plural of “religion” — a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
the act of losing or surrendering something as a penalty for a mistake or fault or failure to perform etc.
From this reading The Host, a Human Sacrifice.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading See Ency.
plural of “sister” — a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
St
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
symbolsnounUS /ˈsɪmbəlz/
plural of “symbol” — an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Host, a Human Sacrifice.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
make physical contact with, come in contact with
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
transparentadjectiveUS /trænˈsperənt/
transmitting light; able to be seen through with clarity
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
in the company of; together with
From this reading The Monstrance was a conventionalized Assyrian Grove, containing the Host, the male and female emblems, and corresponded with the Ark and was transparent, so that the devotees could look on the blessed symbols and live forever.
worshippedadjectiveUS /ˈwɜːrʃəpt/
regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god)
From this reading It was called the Monstrance because it contained the hermaphrodite monster, now or formerly worshipped by the devotees of all religions.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading The directions of St. Cyril, of Jerusalem, were: “After kissing all the brothers and sisters, you touch the consecrated things to the eyes, nose, mouth and ears.”
