used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
abruptadjectiveUS /əˈbrʌpt/
marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
(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 Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
animatedadjectiveUS /ˈænəmeɪtɪd/
having life or vigor or spirit
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
chequeredadjective
patterned with alternating squares of color
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
citizensnounUS /ˈsɪtəzənz/
plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
the shore of a sea or ocean
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
commencesverbUS /kəˈmensəz/
third-person singular of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
confinedadjectiveUS /kənˈfaɪnd/
not invading healthy tissue
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
contemplationnounUS /ˌkɑːntəmˈpleɪʃən/
a long and thoughtful observation
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
craggyadjectiveUS /ˈkræɡi/
having hills and crags
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
dellnounUS /del/
a small wooded hollow
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
enterprisenounUS /ˈentərpraɪz/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
EntersverbUS /ˈentərz/
third-person singular of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
Fancy's
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From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
a boy or man
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
in a gradual manner
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
gildedadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪldɪd/
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
groupsnounUS /ɡruːps/
plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
grovesnounUS /ɡroʊvz/
United States general who served as military director of the atomic bomb project (1896-1970)
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
harbourverbUS /ˈhɑːrbər/
secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals)
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
heartfeltadjectiveUS /ˈhɑːrtfelt/
sincerely earnest
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Here there was nothing wanting to a perfect landscape.
superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
indebtedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdetɪd/
owing gratitude or recognition to another for help or favors etc
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
landscapenounUS /ˈlændskeɪp/
an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view
From this reading Here there was nothing wanting to a perfect landscape.
a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
loftyadjectiveUS /ˈlɔːfti/
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
lovelinessnoun
the quality of being good looking and attractive
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
majesticadjectiveUS /məˈdʒestɪk/
majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
marinersnounUS /ˈmerənərz/
plural of “mariner” — a man who serves as a sailor
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
the force of workers available
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
mildadjectiveUS /maɪld/
moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
plural of “native” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Here there was nothing wanting to a perfect landscape.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
obliqueadjectiveUS /əˈbliːk/
slanting or inclined in direction or course or position--neither parallel nor perpendicular nor right-angled
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
others
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From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish
From this reading Here there was nothing wanting to a perfect landscape.
perseverancenounUS /ˌpɝː.səˈvɪr.əns/
Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in success. (Sự kiên trì, bền bỉ không bỏ cuộc.)
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
plural of “power” — possession of controlling influence
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
raysnounUS /reɪz/
plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
the back of a military formation or procession
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
rearedverbUS /rɪrd/
past form of “rear” — stand up on the hind legs, of quadrupeds
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
uttered with a trill
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
shrubberynounUS /ˈʃrʌbəri/
an area where a number of shrubs are planted
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
SketchnounUS /sketʃ/
preliminary drawing for later elaboration
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
an ability that has been acquired by training
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
an elevated geological formation
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
slopingadjectiveUS /ˈsloʊpɪŋ/
having an oblique or slanted direction
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading Plain, hill, and dell sometimes rising with an easy slope, at others, broken, abrupt, or craggy; with an ocean in front, and a mountain in the rear, it was complete.
having a supporting base
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
studdedadjectiveUS /ˈstʌdɪd/
dotted or adorned with or as with studs or nailheads; usually used in combination
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
surpassingadjectiveUS /sərˈpæsɪŋ/
exceeding or surpassing usual limits especially in excellence
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
Symzonia
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From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
Symzonian
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From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
Symzonians
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From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Here there was nothing wanting to a perfect landscape.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
verdurenoun
green foliage
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
a tube in which a body fluid circulates
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
a vivid mental image
From this reading The mild oblique rays of the morning sun gilded to our view "A scene surpassing Fancy's vision."
nonexistent
From this reading Here there was nothing wanting to a perfect landscape.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
a Caucasian
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Gently rolling hills within an easy sloping shore, covered with verdure, chequered with groves of trees and shrubbery, studded with numerous white buildings, and animated with groups of men and cattle, all standing in relief near the foot of a lofty mountain, which in the distance reared its majestic head above the clouds, offered to mariners long confined to a wide waste of water the highest reward for their enterprise and perseverance;--the heartfelt satisfaction, that it was to their courage and skill that their fellow citizens would be indebted for the contemplation of so much loveliness.
ærial
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From this reading Description of the first view of the coast.--The Author names the discovered country Symzonia.--Enters the harbour.--His first interview with the Symzonians.--Sketch of their appearance.--He commences the study of the Symzonian language.--Wonderful powers of mind displayed by the natives.--Account of an ærial vessel.
