Chapter XXXVIII

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

contrary to your interests or welfare

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

later than; following

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

plural of “archer” — a person who is expert in the use of a bow and arrow

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

plural of “army” — a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

an orderly arrangement

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

plural of “banner” — long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

plural of “battalion” — an army unit usually consisting of a headquarters and three or more companies

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

accept as true; take to be true

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the two together, not just one

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

troops trained to fight on horseback

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

a distinguishing emblem

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

-ing form of “contemplate” — look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

plural of “crest” — the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

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From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

recognizable; marked

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

an instrumentality invented for a particular purpose

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

one or the other of two

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

at any time

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

past form of “exhibit” — show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

having brief brilliant points or flashes of light

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

coins made of gold

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

plural of “helm” — steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

plural of “host” — a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves)

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

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 The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

plural of “lineage” — the descendants of one individual

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

plural of “missile” — a rocket carrying a warhead of conventional or nuclear explosives; may be ballistic or directed by remote control

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

a naive or inexperienced person

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

clean or organized

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

an elaborate representation of scenes from history etc; usually involves a parade with rich costumes

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

past form of “range” — change or be different within limits

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

the sound of a bell ringing

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

(especially of rows as of troops or mountains) pressed together

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

plural of “shield” — a protective covering or structure

From this reading There were to be seen serried shields, and neighing horses, and ringing arms, pennons and banners, and helms and glittering crests."

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

having a supporting base

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

in or at that place or location

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

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From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

a sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to decide the winner

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

in a uniform manner

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

of a vivid red to reddish-orange color

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Standing thus face to face, with but a narrow space between them, the two hosts seemed as if contemplating the glittering array of the field, which, if we may believe the "_branch of royal lineages_," offered on either part as splendid a pageant as ever a royal court exhibited on fête or tournament.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

which person or people

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The front line was composed almost entirely of cavalry, which formed in those days the great strength of an army, and uniformly decided the event of a battle; but between the long battalions of the knights and men-at-arms were ranged close bodies of cross-bowmen and archers, who waited but a signal to commence the engagement with their missiles.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading For several minutes after the two armies were thus ranged opposite each other, both stood without motion, gazing on the adverse host.

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "There," it says in its naif jargon, "you might see many a pleasant coat of arms, and many a neat and gentle device, tissued of gold and various shining colours, blue, vermilion, yellow, and green.