Chapter I

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

having companions or an escort

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

replying

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

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

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

past form of “bank” — tip laterally

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

plural of “bell” — a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

movement that causes the formation of a curve

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

plural of “blade” — especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

any of various grasses of the genus Poa

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

plural of “bough” — any of the larger branches of a tree

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

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

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

past form of “dart” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

plural of “diamond” — a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

a heavy rain

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

abundantly covered or supplied with; often used in combination

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

plural of “expanse” — a wide scope

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

A hot glowing body of ignited gas produced by fire.

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

plural of “flash” — a sudden intense burst of radiant energy

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

coins made of gold

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

plural of “hoard” — a secret store of valuables or money

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

marked by humanistic values and devotion to human welfare

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

stopping and starting at irregular intervals

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

a state in east central United States; a border state during the American Civil War; famous for breeding race horses

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

abrupt electric discharge from cloud to cloud or from cloud to earth accompanied by the emission of light

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

feeling or showing love and affection

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

any of several chemical elements that are usually shiny solids that conduct heat or electricity and can be formed into sheets etc.

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

an area that is approximately central within some larger region

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

plural of “million” — the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

plural of “mirror” — polished surface that forms images by reflecting light

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

reduced to liquid form by heating

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

having spots or patches of color

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

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

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

according to the clock

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

plural of “oriole” — mostly tropical songbird; the male is usually bright orange and black

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

above and across; more than

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

a chaplain in one of the military services

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

a perceptual structure

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

plural of “pearl” — a smooth lustrous round structure inside the shell of a clam or oyster; much valued as a jewel

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

plural of “pond” — a small lake

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

past form of “pour” — cause to run

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

plural of “puddle” — a mixture of wet clay and sand that can be used to line a pond and that is impervious to water when dry

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

new

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

plural of “rumble” — a loud low dull continuous noise

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

Identical; not different.

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

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

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

marked by absence of sound

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

small or little relative to something else

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

a male human offspring

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

that is on a string

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

showing a brooding ill humor

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

a request to be present

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

the rays of the sun

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then the sun burst forth and poured its light over the drenched Kentucky landscape.

in or at that place or location

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

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

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

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

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

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

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading TO PADRE FRANCOIS Humanitarian and Friend from his Loving Son There had been a thunder-shower in the middle of the afternoon, but it had passed away about five o'clock, accompanied by sullen rumbles and intermittent flashes of uncertain lightning.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

evoking lifelike images within the mind

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

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

From this reading It showed boundless hoards of gold where the nasturtiums were banked in a crimson mass, and the mottled bells of the rank trumpet-vines sent forth a silent summons to the answering sunshine.

in or at the place that

From this reading It showed millions of diamonds and pearls strung upon the bending blades of bluegrass; broad expanses of molten silver where the ponds lay, and smaller mirrors of the same metal where puddles had formed from the recent downpour.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.

inflected form of “weave” — interlace by or as if by weaving

From this reading In the vivid green of a large oak tree a pair of orioles wove a wonderful pattern of living flame as they darted about among the boughs.