Chapter XXXVIII · Chapter 38

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

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

later than; following

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

anew

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

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

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

look forward to the probable occurrence of

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

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

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

Byzantine general under Justinian I; he recovered former Roman territories in northern Africa and fought against the Persians

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

surrounded by hostile forces

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

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From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

the activity of communicating; the activity of conveying information

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

past form of “consent” — give an affirmative reply to; respond favorably to

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

the act of discovering something

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

an opposing military force

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

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From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

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From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

enhance by contrast

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

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

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

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

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

be a signal for or a symptom of

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

immediately past

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

engage in

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

the middle of the day

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States north of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

a brief written record

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

plural of “offer” — the verbal act of offering

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

plural of “outpost” — a station in a remote or sparsely populated location

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

experiencing or manifesting pleasure

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

an elevated geological formation

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

a maneuver in a game or conversation

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

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

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

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

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

not suspicious

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading Nothing of the sort was apparent; the foemen below spent the day in the usual manner.

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From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

precisely as stated

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading After some scruples of conscience, the King consented to this stratagem of war.

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

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.

look attentively

From this reading Nevertheless, the besieged band kept a sharp watch upon the besiegers' outposts and camp--the high mountain-top afforded a foil view of their position--to note any movement in the direction of the descent which might indicate the discovery of the intended flight or the Soloe hiding-place at the foot of the mountain.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Verus, in order to make the enemy wholly unsuspicious, offered to propose to Fara an interview with Gelimer at noon the following day, on the northern slope of the mountain, in which the last offers of Belisarius should be again discussed.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Verus reported that Fara was very much pleased with his communication, and would await Gelimer on the following day.