1605
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From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
52
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From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
a positive feeling of liking
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
the time when something begins (especially life)
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
brought into existence
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
the two together, not just one
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
CASTARA
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From this reading HABINGTON'S CASTARA.
CatholicadjectiveUS /ˈkæθlɪk/
of or relating to or supporting Catholicism
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
CONJUGALadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːndʒəɡəl/
of or relating to marriage or to the relationship between a wife and husband
From this reading CONJUGAL POETRY CONTINUED.
without stop or interruption
From this reading CONJUGAL POETRY CONTINUED.
a female human offspring
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
past form of “descend” — move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
a British peer ranking below a marquess and above a viscount
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
elegantadjectiveUS /ˈeləɡənt/
refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
at any time
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
a social unit living together
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
a man of refinement
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
grand-daughter
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From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
Habington
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From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
HABINGTON'S
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From this reading HABINGTON'S CASTARA.
haughtyadjectiveUS /ˈhɔːti/
having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
HerbertnounUS /ˈhɜːrbərt/
United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
held dear
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
incomplete skeleton of female found in eastern Ethiopia in 1974
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
minoradjectiveUS /ˈmaɪnər/
of lesser importance or stature or rank
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
monumentsnounUS /ˈmɑːnjəmənts/
plural of “monument” — a structure erected to commemorate persons or events
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
used to form the superlative
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
noblestadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊblɪst/
superlative of “noble” — impressive in appearance
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
Northumberlandnoun
the northernmost county of England; has many Roman remains (including Hadrian's Wall)
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
opposedadjectiveUS /əˈpoʊzd/
being in opposition or having an opponent
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
literature in metrical form
From this reading CONJUGAL POETRY CONTINUED.
poetsnounUS /ˈpoʊəts/
plural of “poet” — a writer of poems (the term is usually reserved for writers of good poetry)
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
Powis
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From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
located or moved above the surround or above the normal position
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
ranksnounUS /ræŋks/
plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
mutual dealings or connections or communications among persons or groups
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
RomanadjectiveUS /ˈroʊmən/
relating to or characteristic of people of Rome
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
cut with a saw
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
of high or superior quality or performance
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
travelsnounUS /ˈtrævəlz/
plural of “travel” — the act of going from one place to another
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer
From this reading She was far his superior in birth, being descended, on both sides, from the noblest blood in England; and her haughty relations at first opposed their union.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading One of the most elegant monuments ever raised by genius to conjugal affection, was Habington's Castara.
which person or people
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
William
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From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
WorcestershirenounUS /ˈwʊstərʃər/
a savory sauce of vinegar and soy sauce and spices
From this reading William Habington, who ranks among the most graceful of our old minor poets, was a gentleman of an ancient Roman Catholic family in Worcestershire, and born in 1605.[52] On his return from his travels, he saw and loved Lucy Herbert, the daughter of Lord Powis, and grand-daughter of the Earl of Northumberland.
