used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
(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 The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
answersnounUS /ˈænsərz/
plural of “answer” — a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Or may there not rather be no probability of danger in it?
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But why should it not be true?
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
a female human offspring
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
characterized by great determination
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
discoversverbUS /dɪˈskʌvərz/
third-person singular of “discover” — discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
psychological suffering
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
with resolute determination
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
fulfilverbUS /fʊlˈfɪl/
put in effect
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
Gauingrunt
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
Globe-lights
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From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
Haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
HAVINGauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
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From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
not in action or at work
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
an iconic mental representation
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
likingnounUS /ˈlaɪkɪŋ/
a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
MakernounUS /ˈmeɪkər/
a person who makes things
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
Maleck
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
manifestverbUS /ˈmænəfest/
provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Or may there not rather be no probability of danger in it?
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
Nasgig
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
not any; not one
From this reading Or may there not rather be no probability of danger in it?
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Or may there not rather be no probability of danger in it?
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
performverbUS /pərˈfɔːrm/
carry out or perform an action
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
perishverbUS /ˈperɪʃ/
pass from physical life and lose all bodily attributes and functions necessary to sustain life
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
PetersnounUS /ˈpiːtərz/
plural of “peter” — disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
plotnounUS /plɑːt/
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
predictionnounUS /priˈdɪkʃən/
the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future)
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
probabilitynounUS /ˌprɑːbəˈbɪlətiː/
a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible
From this reading Or may there not rather be no probability of danger in it?
prophecynounUS /ˈprɒf.ə.si/
A prediction of what will happen in the future, often divinely or magically inspired.
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
pushverbUS /pʊʃ/
move with force
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
on the contrary
From this reading Or may there not rather be no probability of danger in it?
readieradjectiveUS /ˈrediər/
comparative of “ready” — completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
reflectionsnounUS /rɪˈflekʃənz/
plural of “reflection” — a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
remedynounUS /ˈremədi/
act of correcting an error or a fault or an evil
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
respectsnounUS /rɪˈspekts/
(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
RevoltnounUS /rɪˈvoʊlt/
organized opposition to authority; a conflict in which one faction tries to wrest control from another
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
plural of “say” — the chance to speak
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
work done by one person or group that benefits another
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
SettlesnounUS /ˈsetəlz/
plural of “settle” — a long wooden bench with a back
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading But why should it not be true?
shrinkverbUS /ʃrɪŋk/
wither, as with a loss of moisture
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
a male human offspring
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
in or at that place or location
From this reading Or may there not rather be no probability of danger in it?
for that reason; as a result
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
make an effort or attempt
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
vigorouslyadverbUS /ˈvɪɡərəsli/
with vigor; in a vigorous manner
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading "Have I," says I, "so large a field before me now to manifest my Maker in to a whole nation, and under His own call, and to fulfil their own prediction too; and shall I shrink at the possible danger?
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading But why should it not be true?
in the company of; together with
From this reading _Peters reflections on what he was to perform--Settles the method of it--His advice to his son and daughter--Globe-lights living creatures--Takes Maleck into his service--Nasgig discovers to Peter a plot in court--Revolt of Gauingrunt._ HAVING now fully entered into the spirit of the business with my own good liking, I was determined to push it vigorously, or perish in the attempt.
a late time of life
From this reading The nation is in distress, the readier therefore to try any remedy for help: their Image has stood idle two hundred years; there has been an old prophecy, or at least if not true, as firmly believed to be true as if it was so; and this, in regard to the people, answers in all respects as well.
