Chapter XXXVI · Chapter 36

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

worthy of acceptance or satisfactory

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

regarded with deep or rapturous love (especially as if for a god)

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

a garment of cloth or leather or plastic that is tied about the waist and worn to protect your clothing

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

surprising greatly

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

next to; at the side of

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

plural of “blessing” — the formal act of approving

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

third-person singular of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Oh! it isn't wealth that brings the greatest and purest joy!

(baseball) the act of hitting a baseball lightly without swinging the bat

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

having made preparations

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

inflected form of “dwell” — think moodily or anxiously about something

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

animal reproductive body consisting of an ovum or embryo together with nutritive and protective envelopes; especially the thin-shelled reproductive body laid by e.g. female birds

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

at any time

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

someone who devotes himself completely

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

any of numerous agile ruminants related to sheep but having a beard and straight horns

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

highest in quality

From this reading Oh! it isn't wealth that brings the greatest and purest joy!

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

relating to or inhabiting a divine heaven

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

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From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

small crude shelter used as a dwelling

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

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From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

low or inferior in station or quality

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

in a softened tone

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

one of several resident of a dwelling (especially someone confined to a prison or hospital)

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

a search for knowledge

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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From this reading Oh! it isn't wealth that brings the greatest and purest joy!

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading Oh! it isn't wealth that brings the greatest and purest joy!

the quality of being just or fair

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

a boy or man

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

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From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

in a languid and lethargic manner

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

held dear

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

United States naval officer and historian (1840-1914)

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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 It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

low-lying wet land with grassy vegetation; usually is a transition zone between land and water

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

a white nutritious liquid secreted by mammals and used as food by human beings

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

the quantity that can be held in a mug

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

any property detected by the olfactory system

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

many times at short intervals

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading Oh! it isn't wealth that brings the greatest and purest joy!

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

and nothing more

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

Apostle and patron saint of Ireland; an English missionary to Ireland in the 5th century

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

part of the perianth that is usually brightly colored

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

any of various alloys of tin with small amounts of other metals (especially lead)

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

flowing profusely

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

bring forth or yield

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

superlative of “pure” — free of extraneous elements of any kind

From this reading Oh! it isn't wealth that brings the greatest and purest joy!

witty remark

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

cut with a saw

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

plural of “teaching” — the profession of a teacher

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

having a tip; or having a tip as specified (used in combination)

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

rejecting any belief in gods

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

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From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

directed up

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

plural of “voice” — the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

past form of “wander” — move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

superlative of “warm” — having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

the state of being rich and affluent; having a plentiful supply of material goods and money

From this reading Oh! it isn't wealth that brings the greatest and purest joy!

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

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

From this reading The lad loved the flowers, and dwelt upon their beauty as he lay languidly upon his bed, and they were full of happy teachings to him--better, far better than many a more boisterous exhorter.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

which person or people

From this reading Mrs. Fay felt that as she saw the blessings of an unbought interest pouring in upon the humble inmate of the small hovel, and she adored more than ever the justice of the Almighty giver who dispenseth with such perfect measure to every living soul.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.

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

From this reading He couldn't look upon their wonderous and perfect mechanism with a cold or unbelieving heart; but his best and warmest affections went upward with their sweet odor, and were acceptable to Him who had tipped every petal with a heavenly message.

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

From this reading It was astonishing how many friends Archie had among the poor--there was Mahan Doughty coming every day with her apron full of wild flowers which she had wandered a long way to find, and which she carefully disposed in the little pewter mug that stood on the table beside the lad's bed--and there was old Patrick Marsh, night and morning, with a fresh cup of milk from his one precious goat--and Sally Bunt with the only egg her hen-house could produce, and a host of young voices often at the door with a hushed tone of inquiry concerning the invalid.