used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
aimsnounUS /eɪmz/
plural of “aim” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
aspirationsnounUS /ˌæspərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “aspiration” — a will to succeed
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
avertedverbUS /əˈvɜːrtɪd/
past form of “avert” — prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
blushverbUS /blʌʃ/
turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
the two together, not just one
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
a youthful male person
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
pleasing or delighting
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
plural of “cheek” — either side of the face below the eyes
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
currentsnounUS /ˈkɜːrənts/
plural of “current” — a flow of electricity through a conductor
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
any strong feeling
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
exhibitingverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “exhibit” — show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
opinion or judgment
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The lady spoke first.
a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
(biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
Howitt
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
incapableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/
(followed by “of”) lacking capacity or ability
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
increasenounUS /ˌɪnˈkriːs/
a quantity that is added
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
located inward
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
free from evil or guilt
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
interpretationsnounUS /ˌɪntɜːrprɪˈteɪʃənz/
plural of “interpretation” — a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading The lady spoke first.
lady'snounUS /ˈleɪdiz/
possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
ManhoodnounUS /ˈmænhʊd/
the state of being a man; manly qualities
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
used to form the superlative
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
OPALnounUS /ˈoʊpəl/
a translucent mineral consisting of hydrated silica of variable color; some varieties are used as gemstones
From this reading THE OPAL RING.
a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
with speed
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
rejoicingnounUS /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/
a feeling of great happiness
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
sound loudly and sonorously
From this reading THE OPAL RING.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading The lady spoke first.
spring-time
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
suffusedverbUS /səˈfjuːzd/
past form of “suffuse” — cause to spread or flush or flood through, over, or across
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
symptomnounUS /ˈsɪmptəm/
(medicine) any sensation or change in bodily function that is experienced by a patient and is associated with a particular disease
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE OPAL RING.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
troublesomeadjectiveUS /ˈtrʌbəlsəm/
causing difficulty or annoyance
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
unfoldedverbUS /ənˈfoʊldɪd/
past form of “unfold” — develop or come to a promising stage
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Hopes, and aims, and aspirations, Grew within the growing boy; Life had new interpretations; Manhood brought increase of joy.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading _Mary Howitt._ After a pause their eyes met, and the lady's were instantly averted; the cheeks of both were suffused by a blush, for they "were so young, and one so innocent," that they were incapable of feeling emotion without exhibiting this charming, but, at times, most troublesome symptom of it.
Youth'snounUS /juːθs/
possessive form of “youth” — a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading Late my spring-time came, but quickly Youth's rejoicing currents run, And my inner life unfolded Like a flower before the sun.
