used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
alluringadjectiveUS /əˈlʊrɪŋ/
highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
alluringly
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From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
areasnounUS /ˈeriəz/
plural of “area” — a particular geographical region of indefinite boundary (usually serving some special purpose or distinguished by its people or culture or geography)
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
beckonsverbUS /ˈbekənz/
third-person singular of “beckon” — signal with the hands or nod
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
betimesadverb
in good time
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
bibnounUS /bɪb/
top part of an apron; covering the chest
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
fearless and daring
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
campingnounUS /ˈkæmpɪŋ/
the act of encamping and living in tents in a camp
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
pleasing or delighting
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
cliffsnounUS /klɪfs/
plural of “cliff” — a steep high face of rock
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
decentadjectiveUS /ˈdiːsənt/
socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
operate or control a vehicle
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
exhaustionnounUS /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/
extreme fatigue
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
the organ of sight
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
an act that fails
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
feel or handle with the fingers
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
plural of “give” — the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
hushedadjectiveUS /hʌʃt/
in a softened tone
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a single distinct event
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
inconsequentialadjectiveUS /ˌɪŋkɑːnsəˈkwentʃəl/
lacking worth or importance
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
journeyingnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrniɪŋ/
the act of traveling from one place to another
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
leisurelyadverbUS /ˈliːzərli/
in an unhurried way or at one's convenience
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
a particular point in time
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
movesnounUS /muːvz/
plural of “move” — the act of deciding to do something
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
not any; not one
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
onwardadverbUS /ˈɔːnwərd/
forward in time or order or degree
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
peaksnounUS /piːks/
plural of “peak” — the most extreme possible amount or value
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
penaltynounUS /ˈpenəlti/
the act of punishing
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
rangesnounUS /ˈreɪndʒəz/
plural of “range” — an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
spotsnounUS /spɑːts/
spots before the eyes caused by opaque cell fragments in the vitreous humor and lens
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
spurnounUS /spɜːr/
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
moving very fast
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a special situation
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
trailsnounUS /treɪlz/
plural of “trail” — a track or mark left by something that has passed
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
treadverbUS /tred/
put down or press the foot, place the foot
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
tuckernounUS /ˈtʌkər/
United States anarchist influential before World War I (1854-1939)
From this reading Nature appears to have on her best bib and tucker for the occasion.
not known
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
virginnounUS /ˈvɜːrdʒɪn/
a person who has never had sex
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
migratory
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading The alluring finger of the unknown beckons alluringly onward, so that if one should betimes strain to physical exhaustion in pursuit, that is a matter of no moment whatever.
wildernessnounUS /ˈwɪldərnəs/
(politics) a state of disfavor
From this reading But it is a different thing to face the wilderness for a purpose, to journey in haste toward a set point, with a penalty swift and sure for failure to reach that point in due season.
in the company of; together with
From this reading FOUR WALLS AND A ROOF To such as view with a kindly eye the hushed areas of virgin forest and the bold cliffs and peaks of mountain ranges, it is a joy to tread unknown trails, camping as the spirit moves, journeying leisurely and in decent comfort from charming spot to spots more charming.
zestnounUS /zest/
vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment
From this reading With no spur of need to drive, such inconsequential wandering gives to each day and incident an added zest.
