Chapter VI

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

comparative of “brave” — possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

(used in the plural) trousers ending above the knee

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

having broad shoulders

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

comparative of “clear” — readily apparent to the mind

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

in a close relation or position in time or space

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

(plural) the deepest and most remote part

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

put on clothes

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

divisible by two

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the organ of sight

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

people in general (often used in the plural)

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

plural of “good” — benefit

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

plural of “hat” — headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

improved in health or physical condition

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

plural of “jerkin” — a tight sleeveless and collarless jacket (often made of leather) worn by men in former times

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

conformity or harmony

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the force of workers available

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

used to form the superlative

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

exceptional, unusual, or remarkable

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

above and across; more than

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the local environment

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

sell or offer for sale from place to place

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

plural of “pine” — a coniferous tree

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

plural of “plain” — extensive tract of level open land

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

having a point

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

strange in an interesting or pleasing way

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

plural of “race” — any competition

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

plural of “railroad” — line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

a particular instance of selling

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

express in words

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

a person who seldom goes anywhere; one not given to wandering or travel

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

not in physical motion

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

plural of “stocking” — close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural)

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

becoming stronger

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

great in vertical dimension; high in stature

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the one or ones belonging to them

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

plural of “tourist” — someone who travels for pleasure

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

plural of “valley” — a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

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From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading There are watchmakers among them as well, who peddle their goods for sale, far and wide; but the glass-makers, as a rule, are stay-at-home folk.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

which person or people

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

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From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Their black jerkins, wide, closely pleated breeches, red stockings, and pointed hats give them a quaint, somewhat serious appearance, in keeping with the work which they carry on in the depths of the woods.

but in spite of that

From this reading The Little Glassman Part I THE SUNDAY-CHILD In the days before railroads were known or tourists ran to and fro over the face of the earth, the Black Forest was given up, one may say, to two races of men--the woodmen and the glass-blowers, who even yet hold their own among the remoter hills and valleys.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading The glass-blowers live on the Baden side of the hills, and theirs was of old the most picturesque dress--you may see it still in the more out-of-the-way parts of the forest.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading They have always been fine fellows, tall and broad-shouldered, as though the strengthening breath of the mountain pines had given them, from their youth up, a healthier body, a clearer eye, and a braver spirit than the inhabitants of the valleys and plains below.