1882
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From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
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From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
in addition
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
appendagesnounUS /əˈpendɪdʒɪz/
plural of “appendage” — an external body part that projects from the body
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
belowprepositionUS /bɪˈloʊ/
at or to a lower level than something
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
cometnounUS /ˈkɑːmət/
(astronomy) a relatively small extraterrestrial body consisting of a frozen mass that travels around the sun in a highly elliptical orbit
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
coronanounUS /kərˈoʊnə/
the outermost region of the sun's atmosphere; visible as a white halo during a solar eclipse
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
dependentadjectiveUS /dɪˈpendənt/
relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
eclipseverbUS /ɪˈklɪps/
be greater in significance than
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
eclipsedverbUS /ɪˈklɪpst/
past form of “eclipse” — be greater in significance than
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
eclipsesnounUS /ɪˈklɪpsɪz/
plural of “eclipse” — one celestial body obscures another
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
at any time
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
the state or fact of existing
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
FignounUS /fɪɡ/
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
plural of “flame” — the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
fortunatelyadverbUS /ˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
by good fortune
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
glowingadjectiveUS /ˈɡloʊɪŋ/
highly enthusiastic
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
third-person singular of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
leapnounUS /liːp/
a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
for more time
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
used to form the superlative
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
not any; not one
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
plural of “object” — a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
observationsnounUS /ˌɑːbzərˈveɪʃənz/
plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
photographsnounUS /ˈfoʊtəɡræfs/
plural of “photograph” — a representation of a person or scene in the form of a print or transparent slide or in digital format
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
the state of being present; current existence
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
prominencesnounUS /ˈprɑːmənənsəz/
plural of “prominence” — the state of being prominent: widely known or eminent
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
unusual or striking
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
ruddyadjectiveUS /ˈrʌdi/
inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
Schuster
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From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
upwardsadverbUS /ˈʌpwərdz/
spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position
From this reading They are of a ruddy color, and seem to be great flames, which leap upwards from the glowing surface of the sun below.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading The other appendages to the sun which can be seen during an eclipse are the objects which we call “prominences.”
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading The corona is well shown, and also a comet.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading One of the most interesting photographs of the eclipsed sun which has ever been taken was that by Professor Schuster in 1882 (Fig. 19).
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading Though the existence of the prominences was first discovered by their presence during eclipses, it fortunately happens that we are no longer wholly dependent on eclipses for the purpose of making our observations of these remarkable objects.
