1837
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From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
9th
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From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading RELATION OF HUSBAND AND WIFE.
annulverbUS /ˈænəl/
declare invalid
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
for the reason that
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
Brookline
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From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
civiladjectiveUS /ˈsɪvəl/
applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
concludeverbUS /kənˈkluːd/
decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
contractverbUS /ˈkɑːntrækt/
enter into a contractual arrangement
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
createdverbUS /kriˈeɪtəd/
past form of “create” — make or cause to be or to become
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
dearly loved
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
disqualifiedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskwɑːləfaɪd/
disqualified by law or rule or provision
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
emanating from God
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
dominionnounUS /dəˈmɪnjən/
dominance or power through legal authority
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
apart from; not including
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
exhibitverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/
show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
usually; as a rule
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
a married man; a woman's partner in marriage
From this reading RELATION OF HUSBAND AND WIFE.
husbandsnounUS /ˈhʌzbəndz/
plural of “husband” — a married man; a woman's partner in marriage
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
an iconic mental representation
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
of great significance or value
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
institutedverbUS /ˈɪnstətuːtɪd/
past form of “institute” — set up or lay the groundwork for
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
JehovahnounUS /dʒəˈhoʊvə/
a name for the God of the Old Testament as transliterated from the Hebrew consonants YHVH
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
MonounUS /moʊ/
an indefinitely short time
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
not any; not one
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
notionsnounUS /ˈnoʊʃənz/
plural of “notion” — a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading RELATION OF HUSBAND AND WIFE.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
and nothing more
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
opinionsnounUS /əˈpɪnjənz/
plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
ordinationnounUS /ˌɔːrdəˈneɪʃən/
the status of being ordained to a sacred office
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
paradisaicaladjective
relating to or befitting Paradise
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
by chance
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
approval to do something
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together
From this reading RELATION OF HUSBAND AND WIFE.
respectingverbUS /riˈspektɪŋ/
-ing form of “respect” — regard highly; think much of
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
precisely, exactly
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
a female person who has the same parents as another person
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading God established it, and man, except by special permission, has no right to annul it.
specificadjectiveUS /spəˈsɪfɪk/
(sometimes followed by “to”) applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
propel through the air
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
undertakeverbUS /ˈʌndərteɪk/
enter upon an activity or enterprise
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
usheredverbUS /ˈʌʃərd/
past form of “usher” — take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
at the time that
From this reading When Jehovah ushered into existence man, created in his own image, he instituted marriage as a part of paradisaical happiness: it was a _divine ordination_, not a civil contract.
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading RELATION OF HUSBAND AND WIFE.
wivesnounUS /waɪvz/
plural of “wife” — a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading _Brookline, 9th Mo., 1837._ MY DEAR SISTER,--Perhaps some persons may wonder that I should attempt to throw out my views on the important subject of marriage, and may conclude that I am altogether disqualified for the task, because I lack experience.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
actively engaged in paid work
From this reading However, I shall not undertake to settle the specific duties of husbands and wives, but only to exhibit opinions based on the word of God, and formed from a little knowledge of human nature, and close observation of the working of generally received notions respecting the dominion of man over woman.
