Chapter XIV

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

in accordance with what is appropriate or suitable for the circumstances

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

of or pertaining to the art and science of architecture

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

a distinct feature or element in a problem

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

achieved or reached

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace)

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

Bound written or printed works.

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

lacking funds

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

a place of worship that has its own altar

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

plural of “chart” — a visual display of information

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

relatively low in price or charging low prices

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the state capital of Ohio; located in the center of the state; site of Ohio State University

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

a religious residence especially for nuns

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

plural of “designer” — a person who specializes in interior design

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

something intended to communicate a particular impression

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

United States abolitionist who escaped from slavery and became an influential writer and lecturer in the North (1817-1895)

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

divisible by two

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

plural of “fair” — a traveling show; having sideshows and rides and games of skill etc.

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

having unexpected good fortune

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

a wilderness at the edge of a settled area of a country

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

a quick look

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

contrary to rule or accepted order or general practice

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

used of sounds and voices; low in pitch or frequency

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

a dark region of considerable extent on the surface of the moon

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the force of workers available

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

a form of address for a man

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

and nothing more

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

plural of “painting” — graphic art consisting of an artistic composition made by applying paints to a surface

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

having a point

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

plural of “portrait” — a word picture of a person's appearance and character

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

strange in an interesting or pleasing way

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

a communal dining-hall (usually in a monastery)

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

put or confide something in a person or thing

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

plural of “rock” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the legendary patron saint of children; an imaginary being who is thought to bring presents to children at Christmas

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

the land along the edge of a body of water

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

the quality of being simple or uncompounded

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

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From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

plural of “souvenir” — something of sentimental value

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

confined on all sides

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

radically distinctive and without equal

From this reading Even to one coming through the Court of Honor—an architectural display unequaled—the quiet little convent presented an aspect of quaint simplicity that was full of dignified repose.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

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 Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

plural of “wall” — 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 Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Its plain walls and low-pitched roof were relieved only by two features that broke the sky-line, a tower and a belfry.

at the time that

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

in or at the place that

From this reading Appropriately built upon a point of land, it was surrounded by green turf to the shore, where pointed rocks made an irregular wall.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

which person or people

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Probably its designers thought little or nothing of architectural beauty, and had attained their object when they had made an inclosed court surrounded by small rooms, with one or two large enough for a refectory and chapel.

possessive form of “world” — everything that exists anywhere

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.

produce a literary work

From this reading _The Convent of la Rábida_ — _Old Books and Charts_ — _Paintings_ — _A Fortunate Glimpse of the “Santa Maria”_ — _Portraits of Columbus_ — _The Cliff-Dwellers_ — _Cheap Souvenirs_ — _World’s Fairs in General._ As has been said, Harry and Mr. Douglass set out for the Convent of Santa Maria de la Rábida, which means “Blessed Mary of the Frontier,” according to the wise men who write guide-books.