used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
candelabrumnoun
branched candlestick; ornamental; has several lights
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
chargesnounUS /ˈtʃɑːrdʒəz/
plural of “charge” — an impetuous rush toward someone or something
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
committeenounUS /kəˈmɪti/
a special group delegated to consider some matter
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
a body serving in an administrative capacity
From this reading THE PRIVY COUNCIL.
overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
disdain'st
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From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
docquets
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From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
gildedadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪldɪd/
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
glitteringadjectiveUS /ˈɡlɪtərɪŋ/
having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
inkstands
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From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
innocencenounUS /ˈɪnəsəns/
the quality of innocent naivete
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
LargeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
LordsnounUS /lɔːrdz/
plural of “lord” — terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
lustrenounUS /ˈlʌstər/
a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
macenounUS /meɪs/
(trademark) a liquid that temporarily disables a person; prepared as an aerosol and sprayed in the face, it irritates the eyes and causes dizziness and immobilization
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
roused to anger
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
a female domestic
From this reading SCHILLER'S MAID OF ORLEANS.
massivelyadverbUS /ˈmæsɪvli/
to a massive degree or in a massive manner
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SCHILLER'S MAID OF ORLEANS.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
ORLEANSnounUS /ˈɔːrliənz/
a city on the Loire river in north central France; site of the siege of Orleans by the English (1428-1429)
From this reading SCHILLER'S MAID OF ORLEANS.
OutrageousadjectiveUS /aʊˈtreɪdʒəs/
grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
personages
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From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
a feeling of self-respect and personal worth
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
PRIVYnounUS /ˈprɪvi/
a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading THE PRIVY COUNCIL.
red-edged
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From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
refuteverbUS /rɪˈfjuːt/
overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
concerned with religion or religious purposes
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
scarletnounUS /ˈskɑːrlət/
a variable color that is vivid red but sometimes with an orange tinge
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
SCHILLER'SnounUS /ˈʃɪlərz/
possessive form of “schiller” — German romantic writer (1759-1805)
From this reading SCHILLER'S MAID OF ORLEANS.
selectadjectiveUS /səˈlekt/
of superior grade
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
SessionnounUS /ˈseʃən/
a meeting for execution of a group's functions
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
get rid of
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
statutenounUS /ˈstætʃuːt/
an act passed by a legislative body
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
great in vertical dimension; high in stature
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PRIVY COUNCIL.
an old word for “you”, as the object, speaking to one person
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
an old word for “you”, as the subject, speaking to one person
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
an old word for “your”, speaking to one person
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
plural of “ti” — a light strong grey lustrous corrosion-resistant metallic element used in strong lightweight alloys (as for airplane parts); the main sources are rutile and ilmenite
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
in the direction of
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
German conductor (1876-1962)
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
waxverbUS /wæks/
cover with wax
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
in or at the place that
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
which person or people
From this reading Large, red-edged, and massively gilded statute books, docquets of papers, inkstands, and the silver mace (now used by the Lords of Session), lay glittering on the table, while a large silver candelabrum, with twelve tall wax lights, shed a lustre on the striking figures of those personages who composed the select committee of council.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A long table, covered with scarlet cloth, extended from the throne towards the end of the room where Walter stood.
withholdsverbUS /ˈwɪθhoʊldz/
third-person singular of “withhold” — hold back; refuse to hand over or share
From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
Wrapt
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From this reading 'Tis noble pride withholds thee--thou disdain'st Wrapt in thy sacred innocence--these mad Outrageous charges to refute.
