used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
abodenounUS /əˈboʊd/
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
be able to spare or give up
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
architecturenounUS /ˈɑːrkətektʃər/
an architectural product or work
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
avenuesnounUS /ˈævənuːz/
plural of “avenue” — a line of approach
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
barelyadverbUS /ˈberli/
only a very short time before
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
blue-grass
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
BoonenounUS /buːn/
an American pioneer and guide and explorer (1734-1820)
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
columnsnounUS /ˈkɑːləmz/
plural of “column” — a line of units following one after another
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
comports
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
cultivationnounUS /ˌkʌltɪˈveɪʃən/
socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
datesnounUS /deɪts/
plural of “date” — the specified day of the month
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
separated in space or coming from or going to a distance
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
put up with something or somebody unpleasant
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
divisible by two
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
gallerynounUS /ˈɡæləri/
spectators at a golf or tennis match
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
GATEWAYnounUS /ˈɡeɪtweɪ/
an entrance that can be closed by a gate
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
generationsnounUS /ˌdʒenərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “generation” — all the people living at the same time or of approximately the same age
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
grovenounUS /ɡroʊv/
a small growth of trees without underbrush
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
plural of “lie” — a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
loftyadjectiveUS /ˈlɔːfti/
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
mansionnounUS /ˈmænʃən/
(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
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 AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
memorialnounUS /məˈmɔːriəl/
a recognition of meritorious service
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
make or become more narrow or restricted
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
not any; not one
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
oaksnounUS /oʊks/
plural of “oak” — the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
old-timeadjective
attractively old-fashioned (but not necessarily authentic)
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
patriarchaladjectiveUS /ˌpeɪtriˈɑːrkəl/
characteristic of a form of social organization in which the male is the family head and title is traced through the male line
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
pillarsnounUS /ˈpɪlərz/
plural of “pillar” — a fundamental principle or practice
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
ploughsharenounUS /ˈplaʊʃeɪr/
a sharp steel wedge that cuts loose the top layer of soil
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
primevaladjectiveUS /praɪˈmiːvəl/
having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
privacynounUS /ˈpraɪvəsi/
the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
restsnounUS /rests/
plural of “rest” — something left after other parts have been taken away
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
spaciousadjectiveUS /ˈspeɪʃəs/
very large in expanse or scope
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
plural of “stand” — a support or foundation
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
statelyadjectiveUS /ˈsteɪtli/
impressive in appearance
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
plural of “story” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
in or at that place or location
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
up to a particular time
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
todaynounUS /təˈdeɪ/
the present time or age
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
toolnounUS /tuːl/
an implement used in the practice of a vocation
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
make physical contact with, come in contact with
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
trunksnounUS /trʌŋks/
(used in the plural) trousers that end at or above the knee
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
turfnounUS /tɜːrf/
surface layer of ground containing a mat of grass and grass roots
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
UnderprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Under these trees there lies, even today, a deep blue-grass turf which never, from the time of Boone till now, has known the touch of ploughshare or the tool of any cultivation.
untrimmedadjective
not trimmed
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
at the time that
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
a Caucasian
From this reading From the iron pillars of the great gateway the white front of the house may barely be seen through avenues made by the trunks of the primeval grove.
belonging to which person
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading AT THE GATEWAY In a certain old Southern city there stands, as there has stood for many generations, and will no doubt endure for many more, a lofty mansion whose architecture dates back to a distant day.
(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
a means of flight or ascent
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Wide and spacious, with lofty stories, with deep wings and many narrow windows, it rests far back among the ancient oaks, a stately memorial of a day when gentlemen demanded privacy and could afford it.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading The tall white columns, reaching from gallery floor to roof without pause for the second lofty floor, give dignity to this old-time abode, which comports well with the untrimmed patriarchal oaks.
