used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
AdamnounUS /ˈædəm/
(Old Testament) in Judeo-Christian mythology; the first man and the husband of Eve and the progenitor of the human race
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
matters of personal concern
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
in the past
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
(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 The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
in addition
From this reading The brave Huron Annahotaha also is historical.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
Annahotaha
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From this reading The brave Huron Annahotaha also is historical.
annalsnounUS /ˈænəlz/
reports of the work of a society or learned body etc
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
basisnounUS /ˈbeɪsəs/
a relation that provides the foundation for something
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading The brave Huron Annahotaha also is historical.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
centuriesnounUS /ˈsentʃəriz/
plural of “century” — a period of 100 years
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
a person who is in charge
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading THE DE VINNE PRESS.
deniesverbUS /dɪˈnaɪz/
third-person singular of “deny” — declare untrue; contradict
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
Dollard
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From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
the form in which a text (especially a printed book) is published
From this reading SEVENTH EDITION NEWLY REVISED.
apart from; not including
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
exploitverbUS /ˈeksplɔɪt/
use or manipulate to one's advantage
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
featsnounUS /fiːts/
plural of “feat” — a notable achievement
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
heroinenounUS /ˈheroʊən/
the main good female character in a work of fiction
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
historicaladjectiveUS /hɪˈstɔːrɪkəl/
of or relating to the study of history
From this reading The brave Huron Annahotaha also is historical.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
HuronnounUS /ˈhjuːrɑːn/
the 2nd largest of the Great Lakes
From this reading The brave Huron Annahotaha also is historical.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
a message received and understood
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
the force of workers available
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
used to form the superlative
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
NEWLYadverbUS /ˈnuːli/
very recently
From this reading SEVENTH EDITION NEWLY REVISED.
not any; not one
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
notableadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəbəl/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
personages
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From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading THE DE VINNE PRESS.
one of four equal parts
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
regardsnounUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdz/
plural of “regard” — (usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
representedadjectiveUS /ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/
represented accurately or precisely
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
REVISEDadjectiveUS /rɪˈvaɪzd/
improved or brought up to date
From this reading SEVENTH EDITION NEWLY REVISED.
a relationship between two lovers
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
romanticadjectiveUS /roʊˈmæntɪk/
belonging to or characteristic of Romanticism or the Romantic Movement in the arts
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
SEVENTHadjectiveUS /ˈsevənθ/
coming next after the sixth and just before the eighth in position
From this reading SEVENTH EDITION NEWLY REVISED.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
suppliesnounUS /səˈplaɪz/
plural of “supply” — an amount of something available for use
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE DE VINNE PRESS.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
VINNE
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From this reading THE DE VINNE PRESS.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE exploit which forms the basis of the following story is one of the most notable feats of arms in American annals, and it is as real as it is romantic.
whitnounUS /wɪt/
a tiny or scarcely detectable amount
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading The chief personages of the tale--except, always, the heroine--were actual men and women two and a quarter centuries ago, and Adam Dollard was no whit less a hero than he is represented by the writer, though it is true that as regards his position, his past career, and, above all, his love affairs, romance supplies some information which history denies us.
