used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
adherencenounUS /ədˈhɪrəns/
faithful support for a cause or political party or religion
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
biddingnounUS /ˈbɪdɪŋ/
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
a young person of either sex
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
plural of “child” — a young person of either sex
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
cliffsnounUS /klɪfs/
plural of “cliff” — a steep high face of rock
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
defiancenounUS /dɪˈfaɪəns/
intentionally contemptuous behavior or attitude
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
at any time
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
fellow-men
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From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
fulfilledadjectiveUS /fʊlˈfɪld/
completed to perfection
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
granitenounUS /ˈɡrænət/
plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
HUTTONnounUS /ˈhʌtən/
English cricketer (1916-1990)
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
impressiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpresɪv/
making a strong or vivid impression
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
JESS
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
the quality of being just or fair
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
the force of workers available
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
not any; not one
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
others
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
predictedverbUS /prɪˈdɪktɪd/
past form of “predict” — make a prediction about; tell in advance
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
precisely, exactly
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
Rockhaven
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From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
Identical; not different.
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
simplicitynounUS /sɪmˈplɪsəti/
the quality of being simple or uncompounded
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
spruces
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
staturenounUS /ˈstætʃər/
high level of respect gained by impressive development or achievement
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
behave violently, as if in state of a great anger
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
strictadjectiveUS /strɪkt/
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
a tendency to express warm and affectionate feeling
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
toweredverbUS /ˈtaʊərd/
past form of “tower” — appear very large or occupy a commanding position
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading He was like a child among men in simplicity, in tenderness, in truth and kindly nature--a man among children in strict adherence to his conscience, to justice and right living.
unvaryingadjective
unvarying in nature
From this reading And all on Rockhaven knew it, and all had the same unvarying confidence in his good sense and justice, his truth and honor, conscience and kindness.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)
From this reading JESS HUTTON Like one of the spruces that towered high above others on Rockhaven, like one of the granite cliffs bidding defiance to storm and wave, so did Jess Hutton tower above his fellow-men.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading Not from stature, though he stood full six feet, or that he was impressive in other ways--far from it.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading What he predicted nearly always came true; what he promised he always fulfilled, and no one ever asked his aid in vain.
