Every word is available to listen to. Dictionary details are shown only when verified; these are not licensed Oxford entries.
1184
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
1185
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
adeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
adhered
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
all
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
Anglo-Norman
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
architectural
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
architecture
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
asconjunctionUS /æz/
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
atprepositionUS /æt/
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
beauxiliary verbUS /biː/
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
beauty
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
beginningnounUS /ˈbeginning/
a story-specific word describing an important person, object, action, or idea in this passage
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
begun
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
Beorminster
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
Bishop
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
blessed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
bothdeterminerUS /boʊθ/
the two together, not just one
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
building
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
byprepositionUS /baɪ/
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
Canterbury
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
cathedral
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
century
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
churches
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
closely
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
county
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
Danes
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
dedicated
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
designed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
earnest
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
endowed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
England
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
evennounUS /even/
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
example
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
executed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
extant
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
fabric
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
faith
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
finenounUS /fine/
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
finest
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
finished
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
forprepositionUS /fɔːr/
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
forms
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
foundnounUS /found/
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
Founded
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
Gandolf
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
glory
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
God
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
heathen
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
Henry
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
hermit
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
holy
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
hundred
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
II
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
INprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
indeed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
itpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
itsdeterminerUS /ɪts/
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
killed
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
land
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
manner
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
memorials
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
MINSTER
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
minsters
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
MORNINGnounUS /morning/
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
most
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
nodeterminerUS /noʊ/
not any; not one
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
Norman
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
onepronounUS /wʌn/
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
original
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
Osserton
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
perfect
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
picturesque
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
plans
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
portion
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
prelates
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
present
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
renowned
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
Saint
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
sanctity
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
saveprepositionUS /seɪv/
except for; apart from
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
Saxon
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
science
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
SERVICE
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
six
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
size
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
splendid
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
splendournounUS /ˈsplendər/
magnificent and impressive appearance
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
style
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
successive
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
superiority
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
surpass
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is renowned both for its beauty and sanctity, and forms one of the most splendid memorials of architectural art and earnest faith to be found even in England, that land of fine churches.
THEdeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
thereforeadverbUS /ˈðerfɔːr/
for that reason; as a result
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
times
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
tooknounUS /took/
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
vast
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Bishop Gandolf designed the building in the picturesque style of Anglo-Norman architecture; and as the original plans have been closely adhered to by successive prelates, the vast fabric is the finest example extant of the Norman superiority in architectural science.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
whopronounUS /huː/
which person or people
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
Wulf
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Founded and endowed by Henry II. in 1184 for the glory of God, it is dedicated to the blessed Saint Wulf of Osserton, a holy hermit of Saxon times, who was killed by the heathen Danes.
years
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It was begun by Gandolf in 1185, and finished at the beginning of the present century; therefore, as it took six hundred years in building, every portion of it is executed in the most perfect manner.
York
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading MORNING SERVICE IN THE MINSTER The cathedral is the glory of Beorminster, of the county, and, indeed, of all England, since no churches surpass it in size and splendour, save the minsters of York and Canterbury.
