used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A great star is seen approaching the earth.
(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 He fears all sorts of wreckage on our earth.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
the event of one object coming closer to another
From this reading A great star is seen approaching the earth.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
astronomernounUS /əˈstrɑːnəmər/
a physicist who studies astronomy
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
calculationsnounUS /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “calculation” — the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
discountnounUS /dɪˈskaʊnt/
the act of reducing the selling price of merchandise
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
From this reading A great star is seen approaching the earth.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
From this reading He fears all sorts of wreckage on our earth.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
gravitationnounUS /ˌɡrævɪˈteɪʃən/
(physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading A great star is seen approaching the earth.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
impressiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpresɪv/
making a strong or vivid impression
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
inter-action
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From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
intimateadjectiveUS /ˈɪntəmət/
marked by close acquaintance, association, or familiarity
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
labelverbUS /ˈleɪbəl/
assign a label to; designate with a label
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
roused to anger
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
mathematicaladjectiveUS /ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl/
of or pertaining to or of the nature of mathematics
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
and nothing more
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading He fears all sorts of wreckage on our earth.
relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
phasenounUS /feɪz/
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
planetaryadjectiveUS /ˈplænəteri/
of or relating to or resembling the physical or orbital characteristics of a planet or the planets
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of two entities or parts together
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
rotatingverbUS /ˈroʊteɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “rotate” — turn on or around an axis or a center
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
Identical; not different.
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
plural of “say” — the chance to speak
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading A great star is seen approaching the earth.
plural of “sort” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading He fears all sorts of wreckage on our earth.
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
From this reading A great star is seen approaching the earth.
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 Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
in or at that place or location
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Here is an impressive story based on the inter-action of planetary bodies and of the sun upon them.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
warnsverbUS /wɔːrnz/
third-person singular of “warn” — notify of danger, potential harm, or risk
From this reading He warns the people, but they, as usual, discount all he says and label him mad.
the act of observing; taking a patient look
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
which person or people
From this reading At first it is only an object of interest to the general public, but there is an astronomer on the earth, who is watching each phase and making mathematical calculations, for he knows the intimate relation of gravitation between bodies and the effect on rotating bodies of the same force from an outside source.
wreckagenounUS /ˈrekədʒ/
the remaining parts of something that has been wrecked
From this reading He fears all sorts of wreckage on our earth.
