used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
fearless and daring
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
brinynoun
any very large body of (salt) water
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
the shore of a sea or ocean
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
a state at a particular time
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
declivities
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From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
distinguished from Bovidae by the male's having solid deciduous antlers
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
take in liquids
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
with eagerness; in an eager manner
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
elevatedadjectiveUS /ˈeləveɪtɪd/
raised above the ground
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
at any time
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
extensiveadjectiveUS /ɪkˈstensɪv/
large in spatial extent or range or scope or quantity
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
fluidnounUS /ˈfluːəd/
a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
highlandsnounUS /ˈhaɪləndz/
a mountainous region of northern Scotland famous for its rugged beauty; known for the style of dress (the kilt and tartan) and the clan system (now in disuse)
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading The journey is often of immense length.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The journey is often of immense length.
islesnounUS /aɪlz/
plural of “isle” — a small island
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading The journey is often of immense length.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
Laplander
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From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
Laplander's
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From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place
From this reading The journey is often of immense length.
likingnounUS /ˈlaɪkɪŋ/
a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
mountain-range
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From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
NorwegiannounUS /ˌnɔːrˈwiːdʒən/
a native or inhabitant of Norway
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
not one thing; not anything
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The journey is often of immense length.
many times at short intervals
From this reading The journey is often of immense length.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
on one occasion
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
and nothing more
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
overlooksnounUS /ˈoʊvərlʊks/
plural of “overlook” — a high place affording a good view
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
show unwillingness towards
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
reindeernounUS /ˈreɪndɪr/
Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called “reindeer” in Eurasia and “caribou” in North America
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
rockyadjectiveUS /ˈrɑːki/
abounding in rocks or stones
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
move hurridly
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
Identical; not different.
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
satisfyverbUS /ˈsætəsfaɪ/
meet the requirements or expectations of
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
sea-water
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From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
seaboardnounUS /ˈsiːbɔːrd/
the shore of a sea or ocean regarded as a resort
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
To perceive flavor through the mouth.
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The journey is often of immense length.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There may be highlands near, but these are not to the Laplander’s liking.
trendingverbUS /ˈtrendɪŋ/
-ing form of “trend” — turn sharply; change direction abruptly
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Nothing will satisfy him but the bold mountain-range that overlooks the sea, trending along the whole Norwegian coast: only on the declivities of this, or on one of the thousand elevated rocky isles that guard this extensive seaboard, does the Laplander believe that his deer will enjoy proper health.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading He has a belief, moreover, that at least once every year, the reindeer should drink sea-water to keep them in condition.
but in spite of that
From this reading Certain it is, that on reaching the sea, these animals rush eagerly into the water, and drink the briny fluid; and yet ever after, during the same season, they refuse to taste it!
