Chapter XIII · Chapter 13

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

a positive feeling of liking

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

(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 The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

plural of “bind” — something that hinders as if with bonds

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

in bodily form

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

a young person of either sex

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

under normal conditions

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

examine and note the similarities or differences of

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

make or cause to be or to become

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

increase twofold

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

extending or moving from a higher to a lower place

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

plural of “equal” — a person who is of equal standing with another in a group

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

plural of “family” — a social unit living together

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

promote over another

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

plural of “float” — the time interval between the deposit of a check in a bank and its payment

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

completeness over a broad scope

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

highest in quality

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

an old form of “has”

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

powerlessness revealed by an inability to act

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

a change for the better; progress in development

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

the early stage of growth or development

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

characterized by an inability to mask your feelings; not devious

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation)

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

similar in quality or character

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

any art that invokes supernatural powers

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

June 21, when the sun is at its northernmost point

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

to bring or combine together or with something else

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

of an obscure nature

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

possessive form of “night” — the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

to become aware of through the senses

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

the state of being without a flaw or defect

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

-ing form of “profit” — derive a benefit from

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

feelings of excessive pride

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front

From this reading There is a mysterious and double existence, in the tie that binds the parent to the child.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

look attentively

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading “—Aye, that way goes the game, Now I perceive that she hath made compare Between our statures—” Midsummer Night’s Dream.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We learn to know our parents in the fullness of their reason, and commonly in the perfection of their bodily strength.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The tide of existence floats downward, and with it go, in their greatest strength, all those affections that unite families and kindred.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Reverence and respect both mingle with our love; but the affection, with which we watch the helplessness of infancy, the interest with which we see the ingenuous and young profiting by our care, the pride of improvement, and the magic of hope, create an intensity of sympathy in their favor, that almost equals the identity of self-love.