used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
abundancenounUS /əˈbʌndəns/
the property of a more than adequate quantity or supply
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
past form of “answer” — react verbally
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
Baldabella
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From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
barsnounUS /bɑːrz/
gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
inflected form of “beg” — call upon in supplication; entreat
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
cagenounUS /keɪdʒ/
an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
ChaoticadjectiveUS /keɪˈɑːtɪk/
lacking a visible order or organization
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
confinementnounUS /kənˈfaɪnmənt/
concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
(usually plural) everything that is included in a collection and that is held or included in something
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
DispersionnounUS /dɪˈspɜːrʒən/
spreading widely or driving off
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
having the place or position changed
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
Eagle'snounUS /ˈiːɡəlz/
possessive form of “eagle” — any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
elapsedadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæpst/
(of time) having passed or slipped by
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
the act of escaping physically
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
EyrienounUS /ˈeri/
the lofty nest of a bird of prey (such as a hawk or eagle)
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
FoenounUS /foʊ/
an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force)
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of the United States (born in 1955)
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
Gerald
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From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
Hugh
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From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
humblyadverbUS /ˈhʌmbli/
in a humble manner
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
increasenounUS /ˌɪnˈkriːs/
a quantity that is added
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
InvadersnounUS /ˌɪnˈveɪdərz/
plural of “invader” — someone who enters by force in order to conquer
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
irksomeadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrksəm/
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
immediately past
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
occurring by chance
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
Margaret
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From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
the force of workers available
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
the light of the Moon
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
not any; not one
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
nosesnounUS /ˈnoʊzɪz/
plural of “nose” — the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
pleadedverbUS /ˈpliːdɪd/
past form of “plead” — appeal or request earnestly
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
pleasaunce
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From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
plural of “prisoner” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
provisionsnounUS /prəˈvɪʒənz/
a stock or supply of foods
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
to give an account or representation of in words
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
rovingnounUS /ˈroʊvɪŋ/
travelling about without any clear destination
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
with safety; in a safe manner
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
SolitudenounUS /ˈsɑːlətuːd/
a state of social isolation
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
spaciousadjectiveUS /ˈspeɪʃəs/
very large in expanse or scope
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
SpyverbUS /spaɪ/
catch sight of
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
thankfuladjectiveUS /ˈθæŋkfəl/
feeling or showing gratitude
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading After a few days more had elapsed, the close confinement became irksome to all.
TraitornounUS /ˈtreɪtər/
someone who betrays his country by committing treason
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
unluckyadjectiveUS /ənˈlʌki/
having or bringing misfortune
From this reading Then Hugh and Gerald, unlucky as their last expedition had been, begged humbly that they might be allowed to put their noses out beyond the bars of their cage.
unrulyadjectiveUS /ənˈruːli/
noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
VoluntaryadjectiveUS /ˈvɑːlənteri/
of your own free will or design; done by choice; not forced or compelled
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
an act of traveling by water
From this reading The Eagle's Eyrie.--The Chaotic Solitude disturbed.--The Voluntary Prisoners.--The Report of the Spy.--The Foe at the Gates.--A Traitor in the Camp.--Dispersion of the Invaders.--A lucky Escape.--A pleasant Voyage.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
a Caucasian
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Baldabella, accustomed to a free, roving life, pleaded her great desire to fish by moonlight; and as there was less danger for her than for the white men, this was permitted, and she returned safely with abundance of fish to increase the store of provisions.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "No, no! unruly boys," answered Margaret; "you have a spacious _pleasaunce_ around you; be content and thankful to enjoy it."
