1888
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From this reading 1888, by A.S. BARNES & CO.
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From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
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From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
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From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading 1888, by A.S. BARNES & CO.
abstractverbUS /æbˈstrækt/
consider a concept without thinking of a specific example; consider abstractly or theoretically
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
actionsnounUS /ˈækʃənz/
plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
advancementnounUS /ədˈvænsmənt/
encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something
From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
authorsnounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
BARNES
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From this reading 1888, by A.S. BARNES & CO.
for the reason that
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading 1888, by A.S. BARNES & CO.
COnounUS /koʊ/
an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon
From this reading 1888, by A.S. BARNES & CO.
conveyverbUS /kənˈveɪ/
(of information) make known; pass on
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
devoidadjectiveUS /dɪˈvɔɪd/
completely wanting or lacking
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
essentialadjectiveUS /eˈsenʃəl/
absolutely necessary; vitally necessary
From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
etc
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From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
opinion or judgment
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
well known or easily recognized
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
frequentverbUS /ˈfriːkwənt/
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
the literary culture
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
informal terms for a mother
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
used to form the superlative
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
not any; not one
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
plural of “object” — a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
plural of “one” — the smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
practicableadjectiveUS /ˈpræktəkəbəl/
usable for a specific purpose
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
pupilnounUS /ˈpjuːpəl/
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
pupilsnounUS /ˈpjuːpəlz/
plural of “pupil” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
rapidadjectiveUS /ˈræpəd/
done or occurring in a brief period of time
From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
representativesnounUS /ˌreprəˈzentətɪvz/
plural of “representative” — a person who represents others
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
ReviewsnounUS /riˈvjuːz/
plural of “review” — a new appraisal or evaluation
From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading 1888, by A.S. BARNES & CO.
plural of “say” — the chance to speak
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
teachernounUS /ˈtiːtʃər/
a person whose occupation is teaching
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading 2d.--_That words of ordinary length are as easily learned as short ones, provided they are familiar to the pupil_.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
thoroughadjectiveUS /ˈθɜːroʊ/
painstakingly careful and accurate
From this reading 3d.--_That frequent "Reviews" are essential to the rapid and thorough advancement of pupils_.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading No teacher will doubt the statement that a pupil will learn the word "mamma'" as easily as "says" or "eyes."
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
the words that are spoken
From this reading The authors of this book believe,-- 1st.--_That the Word Method is the most natural and practicable,_ because words are representatives of objects, actions, etc., while letters, or sounds, in the abstract, convey no meaning to the pupil, and are devoid of interest.
