used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
affectionateadjectiveUS /əˈfekʃənət/
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
be in accord; be in agreement
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
(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 CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
react verbally
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
ballsnounUS /bɔːlz/
plural of “ball” — round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
a senior member of the Christian clergy having spiritual and administrative authority; appointed in Christian churches to oversee priests or ministers; considered in some churches to be successors of the twelve Apostles of Christ
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
botherverbUS /ˈbɑːðər/
take the trouble to do something; concern oneself
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
charitableadjectiveUS /ˈtʃærətəbəl/
relating to or characterized by charity
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
CHRIST-KINDLEIN
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From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
CHRIST-KINKLE
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From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
a pair who associate with one another
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
earnedadjectiveUS /ɜːrnd/
gained or acquired; especially through merit or as a result of effort or action
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
divisible by two
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
make plain and comprehensible
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
giltadjectiveUS /ɡɪlt/
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
coins made of gold
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
having the deep slightly brownish color of gold
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
destroyed or killed
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
historicadjectiveUS /hɪˈstɔːrɪk/
belonging to the past; of what is important or famous in the past
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
humornounUS /ˈhjuːmər/
a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
identifyingverbUS /aɪˈdentəfaɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “identify” — recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
inquiringadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪərɪŋ/
given to inquiry
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
a native or inhabitant of Italy
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
Klaus
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From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
immediately past
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
legendnounUS /ˈledʒənd/
a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
lifetimenounUS /ˈlaɪftaɪm/
the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death)
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
maidensnounUS /ˈmeɪdənz/
plural of “maiden” — an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
mastersnounUS /ˈmæstərz/
United States poet (1869-1950)
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
the force of workers available
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
Myra
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From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
NicholasnounUS /ˈnɪkələs/
a bishop in Asia Minor who is associated with Santa Claus (4th century)
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
on one occasion
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
originnounUS /ˈɔːrədʒən/
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
pawnbroker's
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From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
plural of “picture” — a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
problemsnounUS /ˈprɑːbləmz/
plural of “problem” — a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
pursesnounUS /ˈpɜːrsɪz/
plural of “purse” — a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women)
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
a person who has died and has been declared a saint by canonization
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
SantanounUS /ˈsæntə/
the legendary patron saint of children; an imaginary being who is thought to bring presents to children at Christmas
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
sarcasmnounUS /ˈsɑːrkæzəm/
witty language used to convey insults or scorn
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language
From this reading If you have a fine sense of humor you will see that the last sentence is sarcasm.
do one's shopping
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
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 CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
swingverbUS /swɪŋ/
move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
symbolnounUS /ˈsɪmbəl/
an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
tokennounUS /ˈtoʊkən/
an individual instance of a type of symbol
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading It is true that some learned men have thought to find in the legend of the three maidens an answer to a couple of problems that bother the inquiring mind.
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
precisely as stated
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
well-spring
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From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading First they explain that the three purses of gold, which, in pictures by the old Italian masters, figure as three golden balls, and which were looked upon as the special symbol or sign of the charitable Saint Nicholas, are the origin of those three gilt balls which swing over a pawnbroker’s shop in token of that well-spring of human kindness which has earned for him the affectionate title of “uncle.”
which person or people
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
but in spite of that
From this reading I think you will agree that we have not yet gone very far in identifying Santa Klaus, the modern Saint Nicholas, with the historic saint who was once Bishop of Myra.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading CHRIST-KINKLE AND CHRIST-KINDLEIN I have now told you all that is known of the story of Saint Nicholas during his lifetime and even after his death.
