used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
adventurousadjectiveUS /ædˈventʃərəs/
willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
answersnounUS /ˈænsərz/
plural of “answer” — a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
banquetnounUS /ˈbæŋkwət/
a ceremonial dinner party for many people
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
relevant relation or interconnection
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
ChivalrynounUS /ˈʃɪvəlri/
courtesy towards women
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
conclusiveadjectiveUS /kənˈkluːsɪv/
forming an end or termination; especially putting an end to doubt or question
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
contestnounUS /ˈkɑːntest/
an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
Dauntlessadjective
invulnerable to fear or intimidation
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
DeathbednounUS /ˈdeθbed/
the last few hours before death
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
without doubt; certainly
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
EarthlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrθli/
of or belonging to or characteristic of this earth as distinguished from heaven
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
divisible by two
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
finaladjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəl/
occurring at or forming an end or termination
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
fittingadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtɪŋ/
in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
gallopingverbUS /ˈɡæləpɪŋ/
-ing form of “gallop” — ride at a galloping pace
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
garlands
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From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
LADDERnounUS /ˈlædər/
steps consisting of two parallel members connected by rungs; for climbing up or down
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
immediately past
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
momento
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From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
mortis
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From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
piousadjectiveUS /ˈpaɪəs/
having or showing or expressing reverence for a deity
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
the possibility of future success
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
quotableadjectiveUS /ˈkwoʊtəbəl/
able or fit to be repeated or quoted
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
rejoindernounUS /rɪˈdʒɔɪndər/
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
relativesnounUS /ˈrelətɪvz/
plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
RepentancenounUS /rɪˈpentəns/
remorse for your past conduct
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
a strong line
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
sendsverbUS /sendz/
third-person singular of “send” — cause to go somewhere
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
sharp-sweet
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From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
the act of singing vocal music
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
slughorn
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Dauntless the slughorn to his lips he set--" making ready for the last good run.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
summonsnounUS /ˈsʌmənz/
a request to be present
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
tangnounUS /tæŋ/
a tart spicy quality
From this reading But with the chance of a fight for life, there is a sharp-sweet tang that sends some spirits galloping to the contest.
tapverbUS /tæp/
cut a female screw thread with a tap
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
tonicadjectiveUS /ˈtɑːnɪk/
of or relating to or producing normal tone or tonus in muscles or tissue
From this reading THE ROPE LADDER The near prospect of a conclusive struggle for life is a sharp tonic to the adventurous soul.
twinnounUS /twɪn/
either of two offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
unctionnoun
excessive but superficial compliments given with affected charm
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
not known
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
ValornounUS /ˈvælər/
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
variouslyadverbUS /ˈveriəsli/
in diverse ways
From this reading The actual final summons to that Other Room is met variously.
which person or people
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
belonging to which person
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
in the company of; together with
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
youthsnounUS /juːðz/
plural of “youth” — a young person (especially a young man or boy)
From this reading There is Earthly Dignity, who answers even this last tap at the door with a fitting and quotable rejoinder; there is Deathbed Repentance, whose unction _in momento mortis_ is doubtless a comfort to pious relatives; and there are Chivalry and Valor, twin youths who go to the unknown banquet singing and bearing their garlands of joy.
