Chapter VII

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

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

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

having companions or an escort

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

(of mail) marked with a destination

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

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

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

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

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc.

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

plural of “clue” — a slight indication

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

the effort contributed by a person in bringing about a result

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

formerly, the eldest son of the King of France and direct heir to the throne

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

determine the essential quality of

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

(often used in combination) having a specified direction

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

plural of “direction” — a line leading to a place or point

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

plural of “discussion” — an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

a clergyman or other person in religious orders

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

plural of “ideal” — the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

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

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

plural of “indication” — something that serves to indicate or suggest

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

belonging to a thing by its very nature

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

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

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

of or relating to the ancient Latins or the Latin language

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

plural of “manual” — a small handbook

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

make a map of; show or establish the features of details of

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

plural of “method” — a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

plural of “mus” — type genus of the Muridae: common house mice; the tips of the upper incisors have a square notch

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

not one, and not any

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

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From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

of or relating to poetry

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

study of poetic works

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

literature in metrical form

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

plural of “preoccupation” — an idea that preoccupies the mind and holds the attention

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

past form of “promote” — contribute to the progress or growth of

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

the period of European history at the close of the Middle Ages and the rise of the modern world; a cultural rebirth from the 14th through the middle of the 17th centuries

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

make visible

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

bringing again into activity and prominence

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

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From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

a male human offspring

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

not in physical motion

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

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

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Though none of these ranks as a poetic in the sense of a contribution to the theory of poetry, not a few reveal or define habits of thought and taste, directions of study, literary ideals and methods.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

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

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

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

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

plural of “trend” — a general direction in which something tends to move

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

beliefs of a person or social group in which they have an emotional investment (either for or against something)

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

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

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

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From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.

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

From this reading SIXTEENTH-CENTURY POETICS The revival of classical Latin was promoted by manuals and discussions, and accompanied by still others directed to vernacular poetry.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading Thus their importance, far beyond their intrinsic values, is in their clues to literary preoccupations and trends, their indications for a Renaissance weather map.

in the company of; together with

From this reading VIDA The ecclesiastic, Marco Girolamo Vida, addressed his three cantos of Latin hexameters _De arte poetica_ (1527) to the Dauphin, son of Francis I, with due invocation of the Muses.