used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
Aranda
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
crumblingverbUS /ˈkrʌmbəlɪŋ/
-ing form of “crumble” — fall apart
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
domainnounUS /doʊˈmeɪn/
a particular environment or walk of life
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
foot-hills
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
fortalice
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
frontedverbUS /ˈfrʌntɪd/
past form of “front” — be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
of an achromatic color of any lightness intermediate between the extremes of white and black
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
haughtilyadverbUS /ˈhɔːtɪli/
in a haughty manner
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
juniper-and-thyme
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
lairnounUS /ler/
the habitation of wild animals
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
lion'snounUS /ˈlaɪənz/
possessive form of “lion” — large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
move something or somebody to a lower position
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
manenounUS /meɪn/
long coarse hair growing from the crest of the animal's neck
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
Moncayo
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
peaksnounUS /piːks/
plural of “peak” — the most extreme possible amount or value
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
perchedverbUS /pɜːrtʃt/
past form of “perch” — sit, as on a branch
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
raisesnounUS /ˈreɪzəz/
plural of “raise” — the amount a salary is increased
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
rashnounUS /ræʃ/
any red eruption of the skin
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
raysnounUS /reɪz/
plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
rock-plants
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
RollonounUS /ˈrɑːloʊ/
Norse chieftain who became the first duke of Normandy (860-931)
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
scantadjectiveUS /skænt/
less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
the context and environment in which something is set
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
inflected form of “shine” — be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
SierranounUS /siˈerə/
a range of mountains (usually with jagged peaks and irregular outline)
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
slopesnounUS /sloʊps/
plural of “slope” — an elevated geological formation
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
SNAREnounUS /sner/
something (often something deceptively attractive) that catches you unawares
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
tawny-yellow
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading "There, there!" thought Rollo, "I have it almost in hand now.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
trespassers
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
turretsnounUS /ˈtɜːrəts/
plural of “turret” — a small tower extending above a building
From this reading Rollo looked past the crumbling grey turrets of the little fortalice and over the juniper-and-thyme covered foot-hills to the red peaks of the Sierra.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading A SNARE NOT SPREAD IN VAIN The town of Aranda lay to the left, perched high above them on the slopes of the Sierra de Moncayo.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The lower slopes of the mountain were tawny-yellow, like the lion's fell, but from the line at which the scant mane of rock-plants ceased, Moncayo shone red as blood in the level rays of the setting sun.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading From the point at which they stood Moncayo fronted them like a lion surprised at the mouth of his lair, that raises his head haughtily to view the rash trespassers on his domain.
