used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
AUSTRALIANnounUS /ɔːˈstreɪljən/
a native or inhabitant of Australia
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
fearless and daring
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
boudoirnounUS /ˈbuːdɔɪr/
a lady's bedroom or private sitting room
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
canvasnounUS /ˈkænvəs/
a heavy, closely woven fabric (used for clothing or chairs or sails or tents)
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
collectverbUS /kəˈlekt/
get or gather together
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
curtainsnounUS /ˈkɜːrtənz/
plural of “curtain” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
the act of departing
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
EARLYadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
the organ of sight
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
framedadjectiveUS /freɪmd/
provided with a frame
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
GIPSYnoun
a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
GLOVESnounUS /ɡlʌvz/
plural of “glove” — the handwear used by fielders in playing baseball
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
GUDBRANSDALEN
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From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
HUNNEFOS
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From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
hurriedlyadverbUS /ˈhɜːridli/
in a hurried or hasty manner
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
imposingadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/
impressive in appearance
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
JordannounUS /ˈdʒɔːrdən/
a river in Palestine that empties into the Dead Sea; John the Baptist baptized Jesus in the Jordan
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
LAING'S
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From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land
From this reading The Mjösen is a fine lake.
Letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
memorandanounUS /ˌmemərˈændə/
a written proposal or reminder
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
Mjösen
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From this reading The Mjösen is a fine lake.
an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading There is a richness often wanted in the wilder scenes of nature.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
note-book
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From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
OBSERVATIONSnounUS /ˌɑːbzərˈveɪʃənz/
plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
many times at short intervals
From this reading There is a richness often wanted in the wilder scenes of nature.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
outlinenounUS /ˈaʊtlaɪn/
the line that appears to bound an object
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
a set of two similar things considered as a unit
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
pencilledadjective
drawn or written with a pencil
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
pleasingadjectiveUS /ˈpliːzɪŋ/
giving pleasure and satisfaction
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
PREPARATIONSnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
richnessnounUS /ˈrɪtʃnəs/
the property of being extremely abundant
From this reading There is a richness often wanted in the wilder scenes of nature.
take something away by force or without the consent of the owner
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
Roy
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From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
ruggedadjectiveUS /ˈrʌɡəd/
sturdy and strong in constitution or construction; enduring
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
RULESnounUS /ruːlz/
plural of “rule” — a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
scenerynounUS /ˈsiːnəri/
the painted structures of a stage set that are intended to suggest a particular locale
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs
From this reading There is a richness often wanted in the wilder scenes of nature.
plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
SUGGESTIONSnounUS /səˈdʒestʃənz/
plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
TABLEAUnounUS /təˈbloʊ/
a group of people attractively arranged (as if in a painting)
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
TALISMANnounUS /ˈtæl.ɪz.mən/
An object, such as an inscribed ring or stone, thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck.
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is a richness often wanted in the wilder scenes of nature.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “Let us rest a bit in our tent this fine evening to collect our memoranda from the note-book hurriedly pencilled.
plural of “visitor” — someone who visits
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading There is a richness often wanted in the wilder scenes of nature.
marked by extreme lack of restraint or control
From this reading The scenery is not bold, or imposing in wild and rugged outline, but it is beautiful and pleasing.
wildernounUS /ˈwaɪldər/
United States writer and dramatist (1897-1975)
From this reading There is a richness often wanted in the wilder scenes of nature.
withdrawverbUS /wɪðˈdrɔː/
pull back or move away or backward
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.
but in spite of that
From this reading Yet it is not easy to withdraw the eye from the beautiful picture before us, framed by the curtains of our canvas boudoir.”--_The Rob Roy on the Jordan._ OUR FIRST CAMP--CAMP VISITORS--GIPSY MUSIC--FOREIGN TABLEAU--CURIOUS OBSERVATIONS--PREPARATIONS FOR DEPARTURE--EARLY START--LAING’S SUGGESTIONS--THE GUDBRANSDALEN--THE HUNNEFOS--THE AUSTRALIAN MEAT--CAMP RULES--THE PAIR OF GLOVES--SUDDEN SHADOWS--OUR TALISMAN--NEW FRIENDS.