used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
beautiesnounUS /ˈbjuːtiz/
plural of “beauty” — the qualities that give pleasure to the senses
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading BEAUTIFUL LAKE GEORGE.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
calendarnounUS /ˈkæləndər/
a system of timekeeping that defines the beginning and length and divisions of the year
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
pleasing or delighting
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
charmsnounUS /tʃɑːrmz/
plural of “charm” — attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
a state at a particular time
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
unvarying in nature
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
Creator's
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From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
dazzlingadjectiveUS /ˈdæzəlɪŋ/
amazingly impressive; suggestive of the flashing of lightning
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
clear to the mind; with distinct mental discernment
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
dwellverbUS /dwel/
think moodily or anxiously about something
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
the organ of sight
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
having unexpected good fortune
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
framedadjectiveUS /freɪmd/
provided with a frame
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading BEAUTIFUL LAKE GEORGE.
having or deserving or conferring glory
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
grandeurnounUS /ɡrænˈduːr/
the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
handiworknounUS /ˈhændiwɜːrk/
a work produced by hand labor
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
plural of “island” — a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
islenounUS /aɪl/
a small island
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land
From this reading BEAUTIFUL LAKE GEORGE.
lake'snounUS /leɪks/
possessive form of “lake” — a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
limpidadjective
clear and bright
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
appealing to the emotions as well as the eye
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
mirrornounUS /ˈmɪrər/
polished surface that forms images by reflecting light
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
nestleverbUS /ˈnesəl/
move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cozy position
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
not any; not one
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
not one, and not any
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
outlinesnounUS /ˈaʊtlaɪnz/
plural of “outline” — the line that appears to bound an object
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
ParadisenounUS /ˈperədaɪs/
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
possessingverbUS /pəˈzesɪŋ/
-ing form of “possess” — have as an attribute, knowledge, or skill
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
reflectverbUS /rɪˈflekt/
manifest or bring back
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
roamingverbUS /ˈroʊmɪŋ/
-ing form of “roam” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
sitenounUS /saɪt/
the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located)
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
snowyadjectiveUS /ˈsnoʊi/
marked by the presence of snow
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
spotsnounUS /spɑːts/
spots before the eyes caused by opaque cell fragments in the vitreous humor and lens
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
surroundingsnounUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋz/
the environmental condition
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
tiresnounUS /ˈtaɪərz/
plural of “tire” — hoop that covers a wheel
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
valleysnounUS /ˈvæliz/
plural of “valley” — a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
varyingadjectiveUS /ˈveriɪŋ/
marked by diversity or difference
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
verdurenoun
green foliage
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
vesturenoun
something that covers or cloaks like a garment
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
United States actress and singer (1896-1977)
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
which person or people
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading In summer, every isle, hill, and valley is glorious with verdure; in winter they are dazzling in snowy vesture; but no matter what the season or condition, the lake and its surroundings are a constant source of delight to those who are fortunate enough to dwell on its shore.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The mirror of the lake's surface is framed by mountains of varying shape and size, yet each with special charms, while between them nestle lovely valleys, over which the eye never tires of roaming.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading The world is full of charming spots that seem to be the original site of Paradise, but none show more perfectly the grace and grandeur of the Creator's handiwork than Lake George.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
but in spite of that
From this reading Its limpid waters reflect the outlines of numerous islands--one for each calendar day of the year, yet each possessing beauties distinctly its own.
