Chapter XIV

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

later than; following

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

in addition

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

(used in the plural) a mechanical device that blows a strong current of air; used to make a fire burn more fiercely or to sound a musical instrument

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something

From this reading There seemed to be no bounds to his faith.

given or giving freely

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

(plural) the lay members of a male religious order

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

plural of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

make by combining materials and parts

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

past form of “command” — be in command of

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

without stop or interruption

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

a lawyer who pleads cases in court

From this reading He honored his father, Lehi, and still, doubtless, looked to him for counsel.

take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

past form of “devolve” — pass on or delegate to another

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

(often used in combination) having a specified direction

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

without doubt; certainly

From this reading He honored his father, Lehi, and still, doubtless, looked to him for counsel.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

an exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism; an absence of depression

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

possessing or exerting or displaying energy

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

marked by extreme anger

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

From this reading There seemed to be no bounds to his faith.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He honored his father, Lehi, and still, doubtless, looked to him for counsel.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

plural of “gift” — something acquired without compensation

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

(of animals) fully developed

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

show one's unhappiness or critical attitude

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

past form of “help” — give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

having an illustrious reputation; respected

From this reading He honored his father, Lehi, and still, doubtless, looked to him for counsel.

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From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

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From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

the activity of leading

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

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From this reading He honored his father, Lehi, and still, doubtless, looked to him for counsel.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He honored his father, Lehi, and still, doubtless, looked to him for counsel.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

engage in

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

the force of workers available

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

not any; not one

From this reading There seemed to be no bounds to his faith.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

capable or worthy of being noticed

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

third-person singular of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

forward in time or order or degree

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

a mineral that contains metal that is valuable enough to be mined

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

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From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

concerned with actual use or practice

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

almost; nearly

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

a mild rebuke or criticism

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

language or behavior intended to mock or humiliate

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading There seemed to be no bounds to his faith.

disturbed psychologically as if by a physical jolt or shock

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

transport commercially

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

not in physical motion

From this reading He honored his father, Lehi, and still, doubtless, looked to him for counsel.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There seemed to be no bounds to his faith.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

propel through the air

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

plural of “timber” — the wood of trees cut and prepared for use as building material

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

plural of “tool” — an implement used in the practice of a vocation

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

make physical contact with, come in contact with

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

unshaken in purpose

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

characterized by hard work and perseverance

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading After the colony reached the land Bountiful it is noticeable that the practical leadership devolved upon Nephi, and it continued to be so from that time onward.

characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity

From this reading He had grown strong in body--a stalwart, vigorous, energetic, untiring and undaunted man--but he had also grown in the knowledge and gifts of the Lord.

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

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.

love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol

From this reading Nephi Practically the Leader--Commanded to Build a Ship--Directed to the Ore out of Which to make Tools--Makes a Bellows--Obtains Fire--Fault-finding and Ridicule of his Brethren--His Sadness and their Elation--They Grumble at and Reproach their Father and Him--He Reasons with Them--Enraged, They Attempt to Throw Him in the Sea--Nephi full of Power of God--They dare not Touch Him--They are Shaken Before Him--Fall down to Worship Him--Told by Nephi to Worship God--Nephi Shown by the Lord how he should work Timbers, etc.--Not Worked after the Manner taught by Men--Helped by his Brothers--Ship Finished--Laman and Others Acknowledge Nephi's Ability to Build a Ship--Mountains as Places of Worship.