used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
ABOUTprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
have
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
BEARSnounUS /berz/
plural of “bear” — massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
be owned by; be in the possession of
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
braveradjectiveUS /ˈbreɪvər/
comparative of “brave” — possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
broaderadjectiveUS /ˈbrɔːdər/
comparative of “broad” — having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
an occurrence of something
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
compareverbUS /kəmˈper/
examine and note the similarities or differences of
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
conceitedadjectiveUS /kənˈsiːtəd/
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
at any time
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
accept an excuse for
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
a social unit living together
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
fleeter
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From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
humansnounUS /ˈhjuːmənz/
all of the living human inhabitants of the earth
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
low or inferior in station or quality
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
an occurrence of something
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
an opinion formed by judging something
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
majesticadjectiveUS /məˈdʒestɪk/
majestic in manner or bearing; superior to mundane matters
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
misunderstandingsnounUS /ˌmɪsəndərˈstændɪŋz/
plural of “misunderstanding” — putting the wrong interpretation on
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
not any; not one
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
held or filled or in use
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
on one occasion
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
parentagenounUS /ˈperəntədʒ/
the state of being a parent
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
by chance
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
physicallyadverbUS /ˈfɪzɪkəli/
in accord with physical laws
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
relativenounUS /ˈrelətɪv/
a person related by blood or marriage
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
respectivelyadverbUS /rɪˈspektɪvli/
in the order given
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
express in words
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
scalenounUS /skeɪl/
an ordered reference standard
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
have in common
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
superlative of “slight” — (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with “a”) at least some
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
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 I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
talleradjectiveUS /ˈtɔːlər/
comparative of “tall” — great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
in or at that place or location
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
Ursineadjective
of or relating to or similar to bears
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading For instance, to compare us physically, I am taller than many, and broader, stronger, braver, fleeter, more majestic than the best of them.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading I may as well say at once, in order that there may be no misunderstandings between the humans and myself, in case my life story should ever come into their hands, that I do not in the slightest degree share their opinion as to the relative position in the scale of existence occupied respectively by them and by me.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Indeed, if they will excuse my saying so, in my humble judgment I am at least as good as they are, and perhaps a little better.
the words that are spoken
From this reading In other words, I belong to the great Ursine family: I am a bear.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading ABOUT BEARS: BY ONE OF THEM I I come of what those conceited creatures, the humans, would probably call humble parentage.
