used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
ByronnounUS /ˈbaɪrən/
English romantic poet notorious for his rebellious and unconventional lifestyle (1788-1824)
From this reading Byron.
make calm or still
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
connectverbUS /kəˈnekt/
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
separated in space or coming from or going to a distance
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
divisible by two
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
gleenounUS /ɡliː/
great merriment
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
in a gradual manner
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
increasingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkriːsɪŋ/
becoming greater or larger
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
the sound of laughing
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
mountain-mirth
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From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
absolutely essential
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
oarnounUS /ɔːr/
an implement used to propel or steer a boat
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
prevailedverbUS /prɪˈveɪld/
past form of “prevail” — be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
showing intellectual penetration or emotional depth
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
progressivelyadverbUS /prɑːˈɡresɪvli/
advancing in amount or intensity
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
recapitulateverbUS /ˌriːkəˈpɪtʃəleɪt/
summarize briefly
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
securitynounUS /sɪˈkjʊrəti/
the state of being free from danger or injury
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
shakesnounUS /ʃeɪks/
plural of “shake” — building material used as siding or roofing
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
From this reading The signs of the hour had been gradually but progressively increasing.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
stillnessnounUS /ˈstɪlnəs/
(poetic) tranquil silence
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It is necessary to recapitulate a little, in order to connect events.
unruffledadjectiveUS /ənˈrʌfəld/
free from emotional agitation or nervous tension
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
watermannounUS /ˈwɔːtərmən/
someone who drives or rides in a boat
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
Winkelried
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From this reading While the lake was unruffled, a stillness so profound prevailed, that sounds from the distant port, such as the heavy fall of an oar, or a laugh from the waterman, had reached the ears of those in the Winkelried, bringing with them the feeling of security, and the strong charm of a calm at even.
in the company of; together with
From this reading ---and now the glee Of the loud hills shakes with their mountain-mirth.
