aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
affordedverbUS /əˈfɔːrdəd/
past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
plural of “age” — how long something has existed
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
declared publicly; made widely known
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
antiquitynounUS /ænˈtɪkwəti/
the historic period preceding the Middle Ages in Europe
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
architecturaladjectiveUS /ˌɑːrkəˈtektʃərəl/
of or pertaining to the art and science of architecture
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
basilicanounUS /bəˈsɪlɪkə/
an early Christian church designed like a Roman basilica; or a Roman Catholic church or cathedral accorded certain privileges
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
bitsnounUS /bɪts/
plural of “bit” — a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
terminate
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
showing who or what does the action
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
carsnounUS /kɑːrz/
plural of “car” — a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
carvingnounUS /ˈkɑːrvɪŋ/
a sculpture created by removing material (as wood or ivory or stone) in order to create a desired shape
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
churchesnounUS /ˈtʃɜːrtʃɪz/
plural of “church” — one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
colorsnounUS /ˈkʌlərz/
a flag that shows its nationality
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
costumesnounUS /kɑːˈstuːmz/
plural of “costume” — the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
FabianadjectiveUS /ˈfeɪbiən/
of or relating to Fabianism
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
figuredadjectiveUS /ˈfɪɡjərd/
(of e.g. fabric design) adorned with patterns
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
FlorencenounUS /ˈflɔːrəns/
a city in central Italy on the Arno; provincial capital of Tuscany; center of the Italian Renaissance from 14th to 16th centuries
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
Florentines
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From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
people in general (often used in the plural)
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
irregularadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈreɡjələr/
contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
immediately past
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
mightilyadverbUS /ˈmaɪtəli/
powerfully or vigorously
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
Miniato
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From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
a form of address for a man
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
Museo
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From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
make or become more narrow or restricted
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
Nazionale
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From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
win a victory over
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
Pitti
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From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
possession of controlling influence
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
the activity of protecting someone or something
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
quaintadjectiveUS /kweɪnt/
strange in an interesting or pleasing way
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
roofsnounUS /ruːfs/
plural of “roof” — a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
San
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From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
savoringnounUS /ˈseɪvərɪŋ/
taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
sky-line
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From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
depleted of energy, force, or strength
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
studentsnounUS /ˈstuːdənts/
plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
surroundingadjectiveUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋ/
closely encircling
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading As the cars drew near Florence, Mr. Fabian described the natural protection afforded that city by the mountains surrounding it.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
tradingnounUS /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/
buying or selling securities or commodities
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
tested and proved useful or correct
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
visitingnounUS /ˈvɪzɪtɪŋ/
the activity of making visits
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
at the time that
From this reading This figured mightily in past ages, he said, when enemies of the Florentines tried to overcome the city and break the power of their trading.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The first day in Florence was spent in visiting the Pitti Palace, the basilica of San Miniato, which was of architectural value to the students, and then the Museo Nazionale.
windingadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪndɪŋ/
marked by repeated turns and bends
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
in the company of; together with
From this reading “The winding narrow streets, the irregular roofs that break the sky-line, the ancient churches with bits of old carving in the least expected places, and last but not least, the folk of Florence with their quaint costumes of bright colors.”
You'll
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From this reading “You’ll find everything about Florence savoring of antiquity,” announced Mr. Fabian, as they entered the city.
