used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
aimlesslyadverbUS /ˈeɪmləsli/
without aim; in an aimless manner
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
(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 EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
arrangingnounUS /ərˈeɪndʒɪŋ/
the act of arranging and adapting a piece of music
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
for the reason that
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
botanising
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From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
cannot
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From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
collectverbUS /kəˈlekt/
get or gather together
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
COLLECTINGnounUS /kəˈlektɪŋ/
the act of gathering something together
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
collectionsnounUS /kəˈlekʃənz/
plural of “collection” — several things grouped together or considered as a whole
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
compareverbUS /kəmˈper/
examine and note the similarities or differences of
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
day'snounUS /deɪz/
possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
divisible by two
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
excursionnounUS /ɪkˈskɜːrʒən/
a journey taken for pleasure
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
EXCURSIONSnounUS /ɪkˈskɜːrʒənz/
plural of “excursion” — a journey taken for pleasure
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
FloranounUS /ˈflɔːrə/
all the plant life in a particular region or period
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
plural of “flower” — a plant cultivated for its blooms or blossoms
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
of great significance or value
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
engage in
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
come together
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
being nothing more than specified
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
used to form the superlative
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
namingnounUS /ˈneɪmɪŋ/
the verbal act of naming
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
plural of “note” — a brief written record
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
plantverbUS /plænt/
put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
plantsnounUS /plænts/
plural of “plant” — buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
on the contrary
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
resultsnounUS /rɪˈzʌlts/
plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
express in speech
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
specimensnounUS /ˈspesəmənz/
plural of “specimen” — an example regarded as typical of its class
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
carry out
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
in or at that place or location
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
a special situation
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
tinnounUS /tɪn/
a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading If there are several of you together, then each one should have a particular subject about which to make notes and collections; then afterwards all the members of the excursion party should meet together and compare their results, and show each other any interesting specimens obtained.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
being of use or service
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
precisely as stated
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
wanderverbUS /ˈwɑːndər/
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading ~In arranging an excursion~, or what is far better, a series of excursions into the country, ~the most important thing to have is a plan of action~.
at the time that
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading It is, of course, a very useful thing to learn the names of the flowers you find, because you cannot even speak of a plant if you do not know its name, but the ~mere~ naming is in reality the least interesting and important thing about them, as you will know if you have followed the study of plants in the way suggested in this book.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading Do not wander aimlessly in the woods, attracted from side to side by all that comes in your way; choose rather some special set of things to collect and study.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading EXCURSIONS AND COLLECTING When you plan an excursion do not take your collecting tin and a “Flora” in which to look up the names of all you find, and then imagine that you are fully prepared for a day’s botanising.
