used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
absorbedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɔːrbd/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
balloonsnounUS /bəˈluːnz/
plural of “balloon” — large tough nonrigid bag filled with gas or heated air
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
for the reason that
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
deem to be
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
without variation or change, in every case
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
continuallyadverbUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəli/
seemingly without interruption
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
convertedverbUS /kənˈvɜːrtɪd/
past form of “convert” — change from one system to another or to a new plan or policy
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
remove the dust from
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
evaporationnounUS /ɪˌvæpərˈeɪʃən/
the process of becoming a vapor
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
divisible by two
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
examineverbUS /ɪɡˈzæmɪn/
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
floatingadjectiveUS /ˈfloʊtɪŋ/
borne up by or suspended in a liquid
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
set up or found
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
lakesnounUS /leɪks/
plural of “lake” — a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
Letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
not compact or dense in structure or arrangement
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
moisturenounUS /ˈmɔɪstʃər/
wetness caused by water
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
as might be expected
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
and nothing more
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
particlesnounUS /ˈpɑːrtəkəlz/
plural of “particle” — (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
a course of conduct
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
processverbUS /ˈprɑːses/
subject to a process or treatment, with the aim of readying for some purpose, improving, or remedying a condition
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
riversnounUS /ˈrɪvərz/
plural of “river” — a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
plural of “sea” — a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
the state of being covered with unclean things
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
solidadjectiveUS /ˈsɑːləd/
characterized by good substantial quality
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
stirringnounUS /ˈstɜːrɪŋ/
agitating a liquid with an implement
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
sunbeamnounUS /ˈsʌnbiːm/
a ray of sunlight
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
in or at that place or location
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Over the surface of seas, lakes and rivers, water is continually being converted into vapor by the process of evaporation, and this vapor is absorbed by the air.
-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
topsadjectiveUS /tɑːps/
of the highest quality
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
transformedadjectiveUS /trænˈsfɔːrmd/
given a completely different form or appearance
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Let us now consider the solid particles floating in the air, the dust that is seen dancing in the path of a sunbeam.
vapornounUS /ˈveɪpər/
a visible suspension in the air of particles of some substance
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
precisely as stated
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading It is easy to see that, over water, the air naturally takes up more moisture than over land, because there is so much more water there to be transformed into vapor.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
at any time that; every time that
From this reading Whenever we examine the air, these small particles are found, even on the tops of mountains, and at points so high above the earth that they have been reached only by balloons.
in or at the place that
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
plural of “wind” — air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading Of course, there is very much less dust high above the earth than near the surface, where the winds are constantly stirring up the loose soil, and throwing into the air small particles of every kind.
