Chapter XVII

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

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

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

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

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

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

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

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

for the reason that

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

possessing an education (especially having more than average knowledge)

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

capturing interest as if by a spell

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

divisible by two

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

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

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

in an innate manner

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

a native or inhabitant of Japan

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

for more time

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

plural of “mood” — a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

the natural satellite of the Earth

From this reading UNDER THE MOON.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

(of soil) soft and watery

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

not any; not one

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

past form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

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

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

a member of the Siouan people inhabiting the valleys of the Platte and Missouri rivers in Nebraska

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

-ing form of “overturn” — turn from an upright or normal position

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

a course of conduct

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

of or relating to poetry

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

having or caused by an irregular surface

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

plural of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

spots before the eyes caused by opaque cell fragments in the vitreous humor and lens

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

abounding in rocks or stones

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

superlative of “sweet” — having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

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

From this reading UNDER THE MOON.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

very lively and profitable

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

in every part of a place, or for the whole of a period

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

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

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading UNDER THE MOON.

difficult to use or handle or manage because of size or weight or shape

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The Japanese are so innately poetic that even the least educated find pleasure in gazing upon nature in its sweetest moods.

a conveyance that transports people or objects

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

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

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

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

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

in or at the place that

From this reading It was no more than a path, stony in some places and muddy in others--rough throughout; and there were spots where the unwieldy vehicle was in danger of overturning.

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

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

during the time that

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading The road by way of the stream was a longer one than that by the street, for the river wound with many a turn and twist, as if loth to reach the sea.

produce a literary work

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.

a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys

From this reading On Lake Biwa, not far from Ki[^y]oto, there is, while I write, a tea-house on a hill, which, at certain seasons, does a thriving trade, because from that particular spot an entrancing view may be obtained of moon and foliage and water.