used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
a positive feeling of liking
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
Antonia
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From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
apartmentsnounUS /əˈpɑːrtmənts/
plural of “apartment” — a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
assurancesnounUS /əˈʃʊrənsɪz/
plural of “assurance” — freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
an unofficial association of people or groups
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
Directly under; in or to a lower position than.
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
the two together, not just one
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
BritonnounUS /ˈbrɪtən/
a native or inhabitant of Great Britain
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
made or become different in nature or form
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
a person who is in charge
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
chieflyadverbUS /ˈtʃiːfli/
for the most part
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
one who is the object of choice; who is given preference
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
confinedadjectiveUS /kənˈfaɪnd/
not invading healthy tissue
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
without stop or interruption
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
creednounUS /kriːd/
any system of principles or beliefs
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
accepted or habitual practice
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
dweltverbUS /dwelt/
inflected form of “dwell” — think moodily or anxiously about something
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
Eleazar
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From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
Eleazar's
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From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
Esca
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From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
escortedverbUS /eˈskɔːrtɪd/
past form of “escort” — accompany as an escort
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
at any time
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
exploitsnounUS /ˈeksplɔɪts/
plural of “exploit” — a notable achievement
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
a social unit living together
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
greetingnounUS /ˈɡriːtɪŋ/
(usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
imperialadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpɪriəl/
relating to or associated with an empire
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
inquirynounUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪriː/
a search for knowledge
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
interchanged
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From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
JewessnounUS /ˈdʒuːəs/
a woman who is a Jew
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
held dear
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
Mariamne
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From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
the force of workers available
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
plural of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
occasionaladjectiveUS /əˈkeɪʒənəl/
occurring from time to time
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
something you have to do
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
and nothing more
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
other's
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From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
prizedverbUS /praɪzd/
past form of “prize” — hold dear
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
repulseverbUS /riˈpʌls/
force or drive back
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
resideverbUS /rɪˈzaɪd/
make one's home in a particular place or community
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
Identical; not different.
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
SERPENTnounUS /ˈsɜːrpənt/
limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
sharedadjectiveUS /ʃerd/
have in common; held or experienced in common
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
thanksgivingnounUS /ˌθæŋksˈɡɪvɪŋ/
fourth Thursday in November in the United States; second Monday in October in Canada; commemorates a feast held in 1621 by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
tribune'snounUS /ˈtrɪbjuːnz/
possessive form of “tribune” — (ancient Rome) an official elected by the plebeians to protect their interests
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading After the repulse of the tribune’s attack beneath the Tower of Antonia, Esca returned in triumph to Eleazar’s house.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
unarmverbUS /əˈnɑːrm/
take away the weapons from; render harmless
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
uninterruptedadjectiveUS /ˌʌnɪntərˈʌptɪd/
having undisturbed continuity
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
under normal conditions
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
precisely as stated
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
warriorsnounUS /ˈwɔːriərz/
plural of “warrior” — someone engaged in or experienced in warfare
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
(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 Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
at the time that
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
which person or people
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
in the company of; together with
From this reading THE WISDOM OF THE SERPENT Ever since the night which changed the imperial master of Rome, Esca had dwelt with Eleazar as if he were a member of the same family and the same creed.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
witnessedverbUS /ˈwɪtnəst/
past form of “witness” — be a witness to
From this reading He was escorted to the very door by the chief men of the city, and a band of those chosen warriors who had witnessed and shared in his exploits.
women's
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From this reading Though Mariamne, according to the custom of her nation, confined herself chiefly to the women’s apartments, it was impossible that two who loved each other so well as the Jewess and the Briton should reside under the same roof without an occasional interview.
the words that are spoken
From this reading These usually took place when the latter returned to unarm after his military duties; and though but a short greeting was interchanged, a hurried inquiry, a few words of thanksgiving for his safety, and assurances of her continued affection, these moments were prized and looked forward to by both, as being the only occasions on which they could enjoy each other’s society uninterrupted and alone.
