used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
admireverbUS /ædˈmaɪr/
feel admiration for
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
all-sufficient
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From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
past form of “approach” — move towards
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
a person whose creative work shows sensitivity and imagination
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
BARRIERnounUS /ˈbæriər/
a structure or object that impedes free movement
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
bird's-eyeadjective
as from an altitude or distance
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
bloomedverbUS /bluːmd/
past form of “bloom” — produce or yield flowers
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
blossomedverbUS /ˈblɑːsəmd/
past form of “blossom” — produce or yield flowers
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
budnounUS /bʌd/
a partially opened flower
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
a low-lying region in central France
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
chimney-pots
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From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
consistedverbUS /kənˈsɪstəd/
past form of “consist” — originate
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
deriveverbUS /dərˈaɪv/
reason by deduction; establish by deduction
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
Durlston
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From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
easelnounUS /ˈiːzəl/
an upright tripod for displaying something (usually an artist's canvas)
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
elevatedadjectiveUS /ˈeləveɪtɪd/
raised above the ground
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
ever-changingadjective
marked by continuous change or effective action
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946)
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
grassyadjectiveUS /ˈɡræsi/
abounding in grass
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
hazenounUS /heɪz/
atmospheric moisture or dust or smoke that causes reduced visibility
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
HerbertnounUS /ˈhɜːrbərt/
United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
inspirationnounUS /ˌɪnspərˈeɪʃən/
arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
Karne
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From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
indicating the most important performer or role
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
manufacturingnounUS /ˌmænjəˈfæktʃərɪŋ/
the act of making something (a product) from raw materials
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
a brief written record
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
come into possession of
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
the possibility of future success
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
any competition
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
seasonsnounUS /ˈsiːzənz/
plural of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
smokyadjectiveUS /ˈsmoʊki/
marked by or emitting or filled with smoke
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading There was always something new to see and admire, for Nature is ever-changing, and Herbert knew of every bud that blossomed, and every flower that bloomed.
spiresnounUS /spaɪrz/
plural of “spire” — a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
studionounUS /ˈstuːdioʊ/
workplace for the teaching or practice of an art
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
surroundingadjectiveUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋ/
closely encircling
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There was not much in the prospect from which to derive inspiration, but it was all-sufficient for Herbert Karne.
TowersnounUS /ˈtaʊərz/
plural of “tower” — a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
varyingadjectiveUS /ˈveriɪŋ/
marked by diversity or difference
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE BARRIER OF RACE AND FAITH The studio at the Towers was built on elevated ground at the north side of the house; and was approached by a short flight of steps leading from the hall.
in or at the place that
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
in the company of; together with
From this reading From where the artist sat at his easel, he could obtain a bird’s-eye view of Durlston, which consisted of chimney-pots and church spires, relieved by a small park in the centre of the town, with grassy fields surrounding it; and, beyond that, the smoky haze of a manufacturing city.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading He liked to look up from his picture and note the varying aspect of his garden at the different seasons of the year.
