used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
auspicesnounUS /ˈɔːspɪsɪz/
kindly endorsement and guidance
From this reading Never did vessel start under happier auspices.
Australasianadjective
relating to or found in Australasia
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading AUTHOR OF 'THE NEW REPUBLIC' ETC.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
confined by bonds
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
celestialadjectiveUS /səˈlestʃəl/
of or relating to the sky
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
CLIFFORD
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From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Never did vessel start under happier auspices.
diest
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From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
enervatingadjective
causing debilitation
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
essentialadjectiveUS /eˈsenʃəl/
absolutely necessary; vitally necessary
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
ETC
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From this reading AUTHOR OF 'THE NEW REPUBLIC' ETC.
first-classadjectiveUS /ˌfɜːrstˈklæs/
very good; of the highest quality
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
a state of high honor
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
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 Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
happieradjectiveUS /ˈhæpiər/
comparative of “happy” — enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading Never did vessel start under happier auspices.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
homewardadverbUS /ˈhoʊmwərd/
toward home
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
a domain in which something is dominant
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
characterized by grandeur
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
mailsnounUS /meɪlz/
plural of “mail” — the bags of letters and packages that are transported by the postal service
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
Majesty'snounUS /ˈmædʒəstiz/
possessive form of “majesty” — impressiveness in scale or proportion
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
MelbournenounUS /ˈmelbərn/
a resort town in east central Florida
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Never did vessel start under happier auspices.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading AUTHOR OF 'THE NEW REPUBLIC' ETC.
ninety-eightadjective
being eight more than ninety
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
a nonmetallic bivalent element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless nonflammable diatomic gas; constitutes 21 percent of the atmosphere by volume; the most abundant element in the earth's crust
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
ocean-steamer
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From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AUTHOR OF 'THE NEW REPUBLIC' ETC.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
plural of “passenger” — a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
PessimismnounUS /ˈpesəmɪzəm/
the feeling that things will turn out badly
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
REPUBLICnounUS /riˈpʌblək/
a political system in which the supreme power lies in a body of citizens who can elect people to represent them
From this reading AUTHOR OF 'THE NEW REPUBLIC' ETC.
resounds
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From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
smittenadjectiveUS /ˈsmɪtən/
(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
a short musical composition with words
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Never did vessel start under happier auspices.
SunrisenounUS /ˈsʌnraɪz/
the first light of day
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
surestadjectiveUS /ˈʃʊrɪst/
superlative of “sure” — having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AUTHOR OF 'THE NEW REPUBLIC' ETC.
an old word for “you”, as the object, speaking to one person
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
an old word for “you”, as the subject, speaking to one person
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
an old word for “your”, speaking to one person
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Never did vessel start under happier auspices.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Thou art smitten, o God, thou art smitten; thy curse is upon thee, O Lord!
a tube in which a body fluid circulates
From this reading Never did vessel start under happier auspices.
an act of traveling by water
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
which person or people
From this reading _'Pessimism as to the essential dignity of man is one of the surest marks of the enervating influence of this dream of a celestial glory.'_ 'Those who can read the signs of the times read in them that the kingdom of man is at hand'--Professor CLIFFORD
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
a means of flight or ascent
From this reading And the love song of earth as thou diest, resounds through the wind of its wings, Glory to man in the highest, for man is the master of things _Songs before Sunrise_ The magnificent ocean-steamer the _Australasian_ was bound for England, on her homeward voyage from Melbourne, carrying Her Majesty's mails and ninety-eight first-class passengers.
