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From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
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From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
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From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
(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 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
a low-lying region in central France
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
opinion or judgment
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
failsverbUS /feɪlz/
third-person singular of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
INTRODUCTIONnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of beginning something new
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
inwardadjectiveUS /ˈɪnwərd/
relating to or existing in the mind or thoughts
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
the one or ones belonging to the person speaking
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
needfuladjectiveUS /ˈniːdfəl/
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
nighadjectiveUS /naɪ/
not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
not any; not one
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
plural of “object” — a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
a composition written in metrical feet forming rhythmical lines
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
your consciousness of your own identity
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
shineverbUS /ʃaɪn/
be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
SinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
skiesnounUS /skaɪz/
plural of “sky” — the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
SurveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
a special situation
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading INTRODUCTION TO THE POEM ON THE SOUL OF MAN.
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
wanderverbUS /ˈwɑːndər/
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
wherein
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From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading 3 Since Nature fails us in no needful thing, Why want I means my inward self to see?
accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment
From this reading Which sight the knowledge of myself might bring, Which to true wisdom is the first degree.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
world'snounUS /wɜːrldz/
possessive form of “world” — everything that exists anywhere
From this reading 1 The lights of heaven, which are the world's fair eyes, Look down into the world, the world to see; And as they turn or wander in the skies, Survey all things that on this centre be.
but in spite of that
From this reading 2 And yet the lights which in my tower do shine, Mine eyes, which view all objects nigh and far, Look not into this little world of mine, Nor see my face, wherein they fixed are.
