Chapter XIII · Chapter 13

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

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

(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 Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

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

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

of or relating to heraldry or heraldic arms

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

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

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

plural of “bearing” — relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

the time when something begins (especially life)

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

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

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

favorite

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

a port city in southwestern France; a major center of the wine trade

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

a youthful male person

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

superlative of “brave” — possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

having hair of a dark color

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

a young person of either sex

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

courtesy towards women

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

the appearance conveyed by a person's face

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

plural of “countenance” — the appearance conveyed by a person's face

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

past form of “embroider” — decorate with needlework

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

surpassing what is common or usual or expected

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

marked by continuous change or effective action

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

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From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

characterized by intense emotion

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

British writer famous for writing spy novels about secret agent James Bond (1908-1964)

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

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From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

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

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

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From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

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

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

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From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

plural of “knight” — originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

full of life and energy

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

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 Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

someone who climbs mountains

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

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

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

impressive in appearance

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

superlative of “noble” — impressive in appearance

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

full of or characterized by loud and nonmusical sounds

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

having an owner; often used in combination

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

plural of “pastime” — a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

characterized by a lightly pert and exuberant quality

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

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From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

ostentatiously rich and superior in quality

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

plural of “prince” — a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

plural of “province” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

accomplished rapidly and without delay

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

past form of “rejoice” — feel happiness or joy

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

only a very short time before

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

an educational institution

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

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

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

a male human offspring

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

plural of “sport” — an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

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

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

naturally having skin of a dark color

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

inflected form of “testify” — give testimony in a court of law

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

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

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

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

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form

From this reading Many different provinces had sent their noblest to be there trained in the service of the bravest Knights and Princes.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading The open space beyond the walls of Bordeaux presented a bright and lively scene.

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

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

skillfully constructed

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

a native or resident of Wales

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

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

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.

which person or people

From this reading Of noble and often of princely birth were all who entered that school of chivalry, and, for the most part, the fine open countenances, noble bearing, and well-made figures of the boys, testified their high descent, as completely as the armorial bearings embroidered on the back and front of their short kirtles.

belonging to which person

From this reading There, besides the brown-haired, fair-skinned English boy, was the quick fiery Welsh child, who owned an especial allegiance to the Prince; the broad blue-eyed Fleming, whose parents rejoiced in the fame of the son of Philippa of Hainault; the pert, lively Gascon, and the swarthy Navarrese mountaineer--all brought together in close and ever-changing contrast of countenance, habits, and character.

an established custom

From this reading It was here that the pages of the Black Prince were wont to exercise those sports and pastimes for which the court of the palace scarce offered sufficient space, or which were too noisy for the neighbourhood of the ladies, and of the invalid Prince.