used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WATSON CHARLTON and W. E. EVANS.
apologynounUS /əˈpɑːlədʒiː/
an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
avoidedverbUS /əˈvɔɪdɪd/
past form of “avoid” — stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
a container that is usually woven and has handles
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
CHARLTON
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From this reading WATSON CHARLTON and W. E. EVANS.
attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
pleasing or delighting
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
children's
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From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
classicnounUS /ˈklæsɪk/
a creation of the highest excellence
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
copyrightnounUS /ˈkɑːpiraɪt/
a document granting exclusive right to publish and sell literary or musical or artistic work
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading WATSON CHARLTON and W. E. EVANS.
editionnounUS /əˈdɪʃən/
the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
EVANSnounUS /ˈevənz/
United States anatomist who identified four pituitary hormones and discovered vitamin E (1882-1971)
From this reading WATSON CHARLTON and W. E. EVANS.
FacingnounUS /ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
faultsnounUS /fɔːlts/
plural of “fault” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
glaringadjectiveUS /ˈɡlerɪŋ/
shining intensely
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
past form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
illustrationnounUS /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃən/
artwork that helps make something clear or attractive
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
maintainedadjectiveUS /meɪnˈteɪnd/
kept in good condition
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
marverbUS /mɑːr/
make imperfect
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
meritsnounUS /ˈmerəts/
plural of “merit” — any admirable quality or attribute
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
not any; not one
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
and nothing more
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
outwardadjectiveUS /ˈaʊtwərd/
relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
a multivalent nonmetallic element of the nitrogen family that occurs commonly in inorganic phosphate rocks and as organic phosphates in all living cells; is highly reactive and occurs in several allotropic forms
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
by chance
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
publishernounUS /ˈpʌblɪʃər/
a firm in the publishing business
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading For the rest, it is hoped that the charm of the original has been maintained. _Facing p._
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading In putting forward a new edition of _The Basket of Flowers_ no apology is needed.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
translationnounUS /trænzˈleɪʃən/
a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
varietynounUS /vərˈaɪəti/
a collection containing a variety of sorts of things
From this reading This charming story is now something of a children's classic, and the only merits that the publisher can claim for the present edition are variety in the manner of the illustration and the outward design of the book.
versionnounUS /ˈvɜːrʒən/
an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite
From this reading WATSON CHARLTON and W. E. EVANS.
WATSONnounUS /ˈwɑːtsən/
United States telephone engineer who assisted Alexander Graham Bell in his experiments (1854-1934)
From this reading WATSON CHARLTON and W. E. EVANS.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading To these may be added, perhaps, the further claim that in the present English version, which is copyright, some of the more glaring faults that mar the original translation are avoided.
