Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

provided with something intended to increase its beauty or distinction

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

farther along in physical or mental development

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

later than; following

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

plural of “alley” — a narrow street with walls on both sides

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

a large mountain system in south-central Europe; scenic beauty and winter sports make them a popular tourist attraction

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

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

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

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

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

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

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

past form of “bathe” — cleanse the entire body

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

the organic process of bearing flowers

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

plural of “blossom” — reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

plural of “bouquet” — an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

plural of “church” — one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

a flag that shows its nationality

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

the act of participating in the celebration of the Eucharist

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

an artistic form of nonverbal communication

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

greatly pleasing or entertaining

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

the male ruler of an empire

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

to or in any or all places

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

make full, also in a metaphorical sense

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

plural of “fountain” — a structure from which an artificially produced jet of water arises

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

plural of “girl” — a young female

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

dazzlingly beautiful

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

shoot down, of birds

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

a spring-flowering shrub or small tree of the genus Crataegus

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

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From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

plural of “hundred” — ten 10s

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

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

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

the quality of innocent naivete

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

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

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

a republic in southern Europe on the Italian Peninsula; was the core of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire between the 4th century BC and the 5th century AD

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

full of or producing joy

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

and nothing more

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

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

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

plural of “maiden” — an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

engage in

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

the common people generally

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

United States civil rights leader who refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white man in Montgomery (Alabama) and so triggered the national Civil Rights movement (born in 1913)

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

plural of “patch” — a small contrasting part of something

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

a distinctive odor that is pleasant

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

a light shade of red

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

a correctional institution where persons are confined while on trial or for punishment

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

plural of “procession” — (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

past form of “release” — release, as from one's grip

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

plural of “robe” — any loose flowing garment

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

plural of “row” — an arrangement of objects or people side by side in a line

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

low footwear that can be slipped on and off easily; usually worn indoors

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

characterized by good substantial quality

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

the season of growth

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

the process of permeating or infusing something with a substance

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

the rays of the sun

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

the rays of the sun

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

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

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

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

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

all the plant life in a particular region or period

From this reading The spring grew on us as we advanced north; vegetation seemed further along than it was south of the Alps.

a garment that covers the head and face

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

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

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

at the time that

From this reading PARIS IN MAY--FRENCH GIRLS--THE EMPEROR AT LONGCHAMPS It was the first of May when we came up from Italy.

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

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

a Caucasian

From this reading Now the horse-chestnuts are all in bloom) and so is the hawthorn; and in parks and gardens there are rows and alleys of trees, with blossoms of pink and of white; patches of flowers set in the light green grass; solid masses of gorgeous color, which fill all the air with perfume; fountains that dance in the sunlight as if just released from prison; and everywhere the soft suffusion of May.

which person or people

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak

From this reading Paris was bathed in sunshine, wrapped in delicious weather, adorned with all the delicate colors of blushing spring.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Young maidens who make their first communion go into the churches in processions of hundreds, all in white, from the flowing veil to the satin slipper; and I see them everywhere for a week after the ceremony, in their robes of innocence, often with bouquets of flowers, and attended by their friends; all concerned making it a joyful holiday, as it ought to be.