used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
a positive feeling of liking
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
aspirantsnounUS /ˈæspərənts/
plural of “aspirant” — an ambitious and aspiring young person
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
audience-chamber
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From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
Aymon
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From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
CharlemagnenounUS /ˈʃɑːrləmeɪn/
king of the Franks and Holy Roman Emperor; conqueror of the Lombards and Saxons (742-814)
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
conferverbUS /kənˈfɜːr/
have a conference in order to talk something over
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
consecrateverbUS /ˈkɑːnsəkreɪt/
appoint to a clerical posts
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
courtiersnounUS /ˈkɔːrtiərz/
plural of “courtier” — an attendant at the court of a sovereign
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
dulyadverbUS /ˈduːli/
in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
any strong feeling
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
the male ruler of an empire
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
indebtedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdetɪd/
owing gratitude or recognition to another for help or favors etc
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
past form of “kiss” — touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
plural of “knee” — hinge joint in the human leg connecting the tibia and fibula with the femur and protected in front by the patella
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
knighthoodnounUS /ˈnaɪthʊd/
aristocrats holding the rank of knight
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
knightsnounUS /naɪts/
plural of “knight” — originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
Maugis
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From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
the force of workers available
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
nobilitynounUS /noʊˈbɪləti/
a privileged class holding hereditary titles
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
and nothing more
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
an amount of time
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
quitted
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From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
SireverbUS /ˈsaɪər/
make (offspring) by reproduction
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
solenounUS /soʊl/
the underside of footwear or a golf club
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
plural of “son” — a male human offspring
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
usheredverbUS /ˈʌʃərd/
past form of “usher” — take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
at the time that
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
in or at the place that
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
which person or people
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
hope for; have a wish
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The lord in waiting, who did not know them, was struck with their grace and air of nobility, and when they were ushered into the audience-chamber, where Charlemagne was seated on his throne among all his courtiers, the two young men fell on their knees, and kissed with emotion the hand he extended to them.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “Who are you, my children?” said the emperor to them in a kind voice, “and why is it you show so much affection for me?”
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading When the sons of Maugis quitted their father the young men took the road for the court, where they duly arrived, and demanded to be presented to the emperor, as was usual at that period, for aspirants to the order of knighthood.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “Sire!” replied young Aymon, “we wish to be made knights for your sole service, and for your service only.
a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading We are deeply indebted to you for kindness in our youth, and if you will confer upon us the honor, we would, my brother and myself, consecrate to you our entire life.”
