Chapter XXVIII

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

Difficulties; misfortune and hardship faced with courage.

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

later than; following

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

how long something has existed

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

any thing at all

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

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

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

(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 At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

A line that marks the limits of an area.

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

plural of “branch” — a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

food made from dough of flour or meal and usually raised with yeast or baking powder and then baked

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

wearing or provided with clothing; sometimes used in combination

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

several things grouped together or considered as a whole

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

coming down or downward

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

in a diagonal manner

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

consisting of or involving two parts or components usually in pairs

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

in a questionable and dubious manner

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

plural of “flake” — a crystal of snow

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

-ing form of “form” — create (as an entity)

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

plural of “garment” — an article of clothing

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

very thin especially from disease or hunger or cold

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

a person of German nationality

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

-ing form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

expect, believe, or suppose

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

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

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

plural of “hardship” — a state of misfortune or affliction

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

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

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

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

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

something intended to deceive; deliberate trickery intended to gain an advantage

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

plural of “kilometre” — a metric unit of length equal to 1000 meters (or 0.621371 miles)

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

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

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

plural of “limit” — the greatest possible degree of something

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

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

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

a distinguishing symbol

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

an autocracy governed by a monarch who usually inherits the authority

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

Norwegian painter (1863-1944)

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

a source of materials to nourish the body

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

a separate part of a whole

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

a coniferous tree

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

affix in a public place or for public notice

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

(of childbirth) before the end of the normal period of gestation

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

a state of extreme poverty

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

plural of “rag” — a small piece of cloth or paper

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

in the manner of someone who is very hungry

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

sturdy and strong in constitution or construction; enduring

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

an area in Germany around the upper Elbe river; the original home of the Saxons

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

-ing form of “shelter” — provide shelter for

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

plural of “slope” — an elevated geological formation

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

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

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

held in check with difficulty

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

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

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

marked or decorated with stripes

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

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

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

being five more than thirty

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

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

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

the pursuit (of a person or animal) by following tracks or marks they left behind

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading At three kilometres beyond the diagonally striped post marking the limits of Saxony a thin-faced, emaciated man, clad in garments little better than a collection of rags, was sheltering on the lee-side of a gaunt pine tree.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

too much to be measured

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

a person holding a fief; a person who owes allegiance and service to a feudal lord

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

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

From this reading "A SECOND KOPENICK HOAX" SNOW was descending in large flakes upon the southern slopes of the rugged Riesen Gebirge, the lofty range of mountains forming part of the national and political boundary between the German Empire and its vassal state--the dual monarchy of Austro-Hungary.

a pedestrian who walks from place to place

From this reading After stepping from under the trailing branches and glancing dubiously at the dark, snow-laden clouds, the wayfarer returned to his place of shelter, drew a small piece of black bread from his pocket and began to munch it ravenously.

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

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

a late time of life

From this reading From his features one would guess his age at anything between thirty to thirty-five, although his actual years were short of twenty.

but in spite of that

From this reading Privation, lack of sufficient nourishment, and hardships untold had prematurely aged him, yet there was a certain self-confidence in his bearing that refused to be smothered by adversity.