Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

dwell

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

united by being of the same opinion

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

having life or vigor or spirit

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

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

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

plural of “blossom” — reproductive organ of angiosperm plants especially one having showy or colorful parts

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

of surpassing excellence

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

branched lighting fixture; often ornate; hangs from the ceiling

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

any of the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken in China; regarded as dialects of a single language (even though they are mutually unintelligible) because they share an ideographic writing system

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

plural of “decoration” — something used to beautify

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

something intended to communicate a particular impression

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

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From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

United States writer and leading exponent of transcendentalism (1803-1882)

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

having an illustrious reputation; respected

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

divisible by two

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

every person

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

intense or sharp

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

past form of “festoon” — decorate with strings of flowers

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

pleasant-smelling

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

completed to perfection

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

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From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

in a joyous manner

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

dazzlingly beautiful

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

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

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

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

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

the act of retaining something

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

an opinion formed by judging something

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

plural of “lantern” — light in a transparent protective case

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

a field of cultivated and mowed grass

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

a gay feeling

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

not any; not one

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

being complete of its kind and without defect or blemish

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

declared publicly; made widely known

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

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From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

not widely known; especially valued for its uncommonness

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

make (one thing) compatible with

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

past form of “reign” — have sovereign power

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

determined

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

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

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

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

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

the act of choosing or selecting

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

the display of a motion picture

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

of surpassing excellence

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

usually paved outdoor area adjoining a residence

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Everybody declared the decorations superb, and agreed that no one but Mrs. Hayden could display such exquisite taste and such perfect judgment in selection and arrangement.

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

in or at that place or location

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

in every part of a place, or for the whole of a period

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

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

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

make an effort or attempt

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

plural of “vas” — a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

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From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

plural of “walk” — the act of traveling by foot

From this reading Animated groups of gayly attired guests sauntered up and down the rose-bowered walks, or promenaded the verandahs, while sounds of music and merriment from the house proclaimed the joy that reigned throughout.

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

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

in a weak or feeble manner or to a minor degree

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

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

From this reading Even the verandahs were gorgeous with the gayest Chinese lanterns, and every bush and tree in the lawn did duty as chandelier.

at the time that

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

during the time that

From this reading Flowers, too, festooned every arch and embowered every corner, while rare vases fulfilled their esteemed privilege of holding and showing fragrant blossoms.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.

used when the person spoken to is also the object of the action

From this reading "When you have resolved to be great, abide by yourself, and do not weakly try to reconcile yourself with the world."--_Emerson._ There was a brilliant light in all the windows at Terrace Hill.