Chapter XXII · Chapter 22

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

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

(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 circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

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

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

an expression of regret at having caused trouble for someone

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

severely simple

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

a light shade of blue

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

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From this reading Bryant's _Skies_ The day was the Sabbath.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

the collective body of Christians throughout the world and history (found predominantly in Europe and the Americas and Australia)

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

plural of “colonist” — a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Bryant's _Skies_ The day was the Sabbath.

housing that someone is living in

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

divisible by two

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

a day or period of time set aside for feasting and celebration

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

set up or found

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

third-person singular of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

a community of people smaller than a village

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

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

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

past form of “heed” — pay close attention to; give heed to

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

not solid; having a space or gap or cavity

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

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From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

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

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

the quality of innocent naivete

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

plural of “interest” — a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

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

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

something (such as a fact or circumstance) that shows an action to be reasonable or necessary

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

the force of workers available

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

great merriment

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

used to form the superlative

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

the condition of being essential or indispensable

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

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

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

a judge of a probate court

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

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

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

a day of rest and worship: Sunday for most Christians; Saturday for the Jews and a few Christians; Friday for Muslims

From this reading Bryant's _Skies_ The day was the Sabbath.

an area that includes places where several people can sit

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

used of the degree of something undesirable e.g. pain or weather

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

plural of “sky” — the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading Bryant's _Skies_ The day was the Sabbath.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

conscientious attention to rules and details

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

meant or adapted for an occasion or use

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

be teeming, be abuzz

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

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

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

plural of “throng” — a large gathering of people

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

an old word for “your”, speaking to one person

From this reading Away from this cold earth; And look into thy azure breast, For seats of innocence and rest!"

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

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

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

in the direction of

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

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

From this reading Bryant's _Skies_ The day was the Sabbath.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The circumstance that one should journey on such a day, had attracted the observation of all in the hamlet; but, as the stranger had been seen to ride towards the dwelling of the Heathcotes, and the times were known to teem with more than ordinary interests to the Province, it was believed that he found his justification in some apology of necessity.

at the time that

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

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

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.

in a willing manner

From this reading "Oh! when amid the throngs of men The heart grows sick of hollow mirth, How willingly we turn us, then.

in the company of; together with

From this reading This religious festival, which is even now observed in most of the States of the Union with a strictness that is little heeded in the rest of Christendom, was then reverenced with a severity suited to the austere habits of the Colonists.