used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
acquaintancesnounUS /əˈkweɪntənsɪz/
plural of “acquaintance” — personal knowledge or information about someone or something
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
in addition
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
arisingverbUS /ərˈaɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
banquetsnounUS /ˈbæŋkwəts/
plural of “banquet” — a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
belongingnounUS /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/
happiness felt in a secure relationship
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
Buonvisi
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From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
commercialadjectiveUS /kəˈmɜːrʃəl/
connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
concertsnounUS /ˈkɑːnsərts/
plural of “concert” — a performance of music by players or singers not involving theatrical staging
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
domainsnounUS /doʊˈmeɪnz/
plural of “domain” — a particular environment or walk of life
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
dwellingnounUS /ˈdwelɪŋ/
housing that someone is living in
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
enclosurenounUS /enˈkloʊʒər/
a structure consisting of an area that has been enclosed for some purpose
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
Exteriorly
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From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
extremitynounUS /ekˈstreməti/
an external body part that projects from the body
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
festivalsnounUS /ˈfestəvəlz/
plural of “festival” — a day or period of time set aside for feasting and celebration
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
foliagenounUS /ˈfoʊlɪdʒ/
the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
glitteringadjectiveUS /ˈɡlɪtərɪŋ/
having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
groundsnounUS /ɡraʊndz/
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
a health facility where patients receive treatment
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
inviteverbUS /ˌɪnˈvaɪt/
increase the likelihood of
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
loftyadjectiveUS /ˈlɔːfti/
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
characterized by grandeur
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
the location of something surrounded by other things
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
officesnounUS /ˈɔːfəsəz/
plural of “office” — place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
and nothing more
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
openingsnounUS /ˈoʊpənɪŋz/
plural of “opening” — an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
pleasure-grounds
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From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
a person who has died and has been declared a saint by canonization
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
shadedadjectiveUS /ˈʃeɪdɪd/
protected from heat and light with shade or shadow
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
SIMONnounUS /ˈsaɪmən/
one of the twelve Apostles (first century)
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
situatedadjectiveUS /ˈsɪtʃuːeɪtɪd/
situated in a particular spot or position
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
surmountingverbUS /sərˈmaʊntɪŋ/
-ing form of “surmount” — get on top of; deal with successfully
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
confined on all sides
From this reading His domains were near the church of Saint George, surrounded by grounds belonging to the hospital.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
in or at that place or location
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
towersnounUS /ˈtaʊərz/
plural of “tower” — a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
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 Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
TURCHI
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From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
Vigne
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From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
weathercocks
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From this reading Against the horizon were seen two glittering weathercocks surmounting two small towers arising in the midst of foliage.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading THE PALACE OF SIMON TURCHI, AND WHAT OCCURRED THERE.
in or at the place that
From this reading Not far from the bridge De la Vigne, Simon Turchi had a magnificent dwelling, where the offices of the commercial house of Buonvisi were situated; but he possessed also, at the extremity of the city, pleasure-grounds, where in fine weather he was accustomed to invite his friends and acquaintances to festivals, banquets, and concerts.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Exteriorly it appeared to be only a wall of enclosure, shaded by lofty trees, and without openings.
