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From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
in addition
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
belowprepositionUS /bɪˈloʊ/
at or to a lower level than something
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
an occurrence of something
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
a low-lying region in central France
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
deem to be
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
conspicuousadjectiveUS /kənˈspɪkjuːəs/
obvious to the eye or mind
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
dotsnounUS /dɑːts/
plural of “dot” — a very small circular shape
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
dottedadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːtəd/
having a pattern of dots
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
cause to move by pulling
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
one or the other of two
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
ellipticadjective
(of a leaf shape) in the form of an ellipse
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading What shape it would draw is not at once evident.
a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
FignounUS /fɪɡ/
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
focusnounUS /ˈfoʊkəs/
the concentration of attention or energy on something
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
indicatedverbUS /ˈɪndəkeɪtəd/
past form of “indicate” — be a signal for or a symptom of
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
and nothing more
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
move something or somebody to a lower position
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
engage in
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
on one occasion
From this reading What shape it would draw is not at once evident.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
pencilnounUS /ˈpensəl/
a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
move by turning over or rotating
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
sectionsnounUS /ˈsekʃənz/
plural of “section” — a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading What shape it would draw is not at once evident.
shapesnounUS /ʃeɪps/
plural of “shape” — any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
successive (without a break)
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In the case of the circle (D Fig. 31), this point is also the centre.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading What shape it would draw is not at once evident.
change directions as if revolving on a pivot
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
wheelsnounUS /wiːlz/
plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Now in each of these sections there are either one or two points, each of which is called a focus, and these are indicated by conspicuous dots.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Now if this circle is made to roll like a wheel along the straight line drawn just below it, a pencil at the centre will rule the straight line which is dotted in the lower part of the figure; but if we were to make wheels of the shapes of any of the other sections, a pencil at the focus would certainly not draw a straight line.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading First consider any of the elliptic sections (C, E, or F) which you see on either side of the circle.
