Chapter XVIII

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

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

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From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

a large mountain system in south-central Europe; scenic beauty and winter sports make them a popular tourist attraction

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

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

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

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

From this reading These are the Chamonix Aiguilles.

a white sauce of fat, broth, and vegetables (used especially with braised meat)

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

fearless and daring

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

plural of “buttress” — a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

past events to be put aside

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

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From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

go upward with gradual or continuous progress

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

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

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

the act of conquering

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

plural of “devotee” — an ardent follower and admirer

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

-ing form of “encounter” — come together

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

(physics) a thermodynamic quantity equivalent to the capacity of a physical system to do work; the units of energy are joules or ergs

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

highest in quality

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

an appendage to hold onto

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

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

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

of great significance or value

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

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

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

stimulating or exalting to the spirit

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

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

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

in large part; mainly or chiefly

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

not compact or dense in structure or arrangement

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

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From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

plural of “mountaineer” — someone who climbs mountains

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

a form of address for a man

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

a large indefinite number

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

meaningless ceremonies and flattery

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

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

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

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From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

free of extraneous elements of any kind

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

subject to question

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

worthy of reliance or trust

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

plural of “ridge” — a long narrow natural elevation or striation

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

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

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

being of delicate or slender build

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading Rock-climbing, particularly on good, sound rock, has never held any great charm for me.

plural of “spire” — a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

furnishing support and encouragement

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

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

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These are the Chamonix Aiguilles.

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

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

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

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

plural of “tower” — a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

often used as intensifiers

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

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

From this reading The conquest of the more important of these bold granite towers was largely due to the inspiring energy and determination of the late Mr. A. F. Mummery, one of the greatest of bygone mountaineers.

in or at the place that

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.

belonging to which person

From this reading TWO CHAMONIX AIGUILLES North-north-east of, and near to Mont Blanc, is a compact group of bold buttresses and ridges supporting a multitude of dark rock pinnacles whose slender spires seem close against the sky.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading For devotees of rock-climbing pure and simple, the Aiguilles of Chamonix are a veritable paradise, for they form one of the few mountain groups in the Alps where the rock is so firm and reliable that one can climb for hours on end without encountering a single loose stone or questionable handhold.