used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
actualities
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From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
adduceverb
advance evidence for
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
aethernoun
personification of the sky or upper air breathed by the Olympians; son of Erebus and night or of Chaos and darkness
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading How her mind was occupied she only knew afterwards.
(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 Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
analogynounUS /əˈnælədʒi/
an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
take a court case to a higher court for review
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
comparingnounUS /kəmˈperɪŋ/
the act of examining resemblances
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
comparisonnounUS /kəmˈperəsən/
the act of examining resemblances
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
densitynounUS /ˈdensəti/
the amount per unit size
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
plural of “dream” — a series of mental images and emotions occurring during sleep
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
filmyadjective
so thin as to transmit light
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
for a limitless time
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
How
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From this reading How her mind was occupied she only knew afterwards.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
a domain in which something is dominant
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading How her mind was occupied she only knew afterwards.
lastsnounUS /læsts/
plural of “last” — the temporal end; the concluding time
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
LodgeverbUS /lɑːdʒ/
be a lodger; stay temporarily
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
logverbUS /lɔːɡ/
enter into a log, as on ships and planes
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading How her mind was occupied she only knew afterwards.
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
held or filled or in use
From this reading How her mind was occupied she only knew afterwards.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
Ogilvie
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From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
OlivernounUS /ˈɑːləvər/
United States jazz musician who influenced the style of Louis Armstrong (1885-1938)
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
and nothing more
From this reading How her mind was occupied she only knew afterwards.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
re-produced
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From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
scientificadjectiveUS /ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk/
of or relating to the practice of science
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading How her mind was occupied she only knew afterwards.
term of address for a man
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
in or at that place or location
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
a special situation
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
tiredadjectiveUS /ˈtaɪərd/
depleted of strength or energy
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
not conscious; lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception as if asleep or dead
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
utterancenounUS /ˈʌtərəns/
the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Joy Ogilvie was so tired out that her body lay like a log all night.
at the time that
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
an old and formal word for “while”
From this reading Then, as at first, the dreams are real--as they are forever whilst memory lasts.
in the company of; together with
From this reading For the memory of dreams is an unconscious memory at the time; it is only when there is opportunity of comparison with actualities that dreams can be re-produced.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading Indeed regarding dreams and actualities, one might almost appeal to scientific analogy; and in comparing the world of imagination--which is the kingdom of dreams--with the material world, might adduce the utterance of Sir Oliver Lodge in comparing the density of aether with that of matter in the modern scientific view: “Matter is turning out to be a filmy thing in comparison with aether.”
