used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
any person at all
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
attirenounUS /əˈtaɪər/
clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
balletnounUS /bæˈleɪ/
a theatrical representation of a story that is performed to music by trained dancers
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
for the reason that
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
Beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Being self-centred, the Earth has naturally an exaggerated sense of self-esteem.
beltnounUS /belt/
endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Instead, therefore, the Earth wears round her middle an imaginary line called the Equator.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
for the most part
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
compliesverbUS /kəmˈplaɪz/
third-person singular of “comply” — act in accordance with someone's rules, commands, or wishes
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
depictedadjectiveUS /dɪˈpɪktəd/
represented graphically by sketch or design or lines
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
dimensionsnounUS /dɪˈmenʃənz/
plural of “dimension” — the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
From this reading THE EQUATOR The Earth is self-centred.
having ones attention or mind or energy engaged
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
be identical or equivalent to
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
EQUATORnounUS /ɪˈkweɪtər/
an imaginary line around the Earth forming the great circle that is equidistant from the north and south poles
From this reading THE EQUATOR The Earth is self-centred.
divisible by two
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
exaggeratedadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪtəd/
represented as greater than is true or reasonable
From this reading Being self-centred, the Earth has naturally an exaggerated sense of self-esteem.
accept an excuse for
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
existverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪst/
have an existence, be extant
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
the state or fact of existing
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
feminineadjectiveUS /ˈfemənən/
associated with women and not with men
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
furnishingnounUS /ˈfɜːrnɪʃɪŋ/
(usually plural) accessory wearing apparel
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
gie
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From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
giftie
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From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
hamperingverbUS /ˈhæmpərɪŋ/
-ing form of “hamper” — prevent the progress or free movement of
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
imaginaryadjectiveUS /ˌɪˈmædʒəneri/
not based on fact; existing only in the imagination
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
the quality of being important and worthy of note
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading Instead, therefore, the Earth wears round her middle an imaginary line called the Equator.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE EQUATOR The Earth is self-centred.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading Instead, therefore, the Earth wears round her middle an imaginary line called the Equator.
LuminariesnounUS /ˈluːməneriz/
plural of “luminary” — a celebrity who is an inspiration to others
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
measurementnounUS /ˈmeʒərmənt/
the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
an area that is approximately central within some larger region
From this reading Instead, therefore, the Earth wears round her middle an imaginary line called the Equator.
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
the natural satellite of the Earth
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
as might be expected
From this reading Being self-centred, the Earth has naturally an exaggerated sense of self-esteem.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
in other respects or ways
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
owingadjectiveUS /ˈoʊɪŋ/
owed as a debt
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
pertainingverbUS /pərˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “pertain” — be relevant to
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
pirouettesnounUS /ˌpɪruːˈets/
plural of “pirouette” — (ballet) a rapid spin of the body (especially on the toes as in ballet)
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
PlanetsnounUS /ˈplænəts/
plural of “planet” — (astronomy) any of the nine large celestial bodies in the solar system that revolve around the sun and shine by reflected light
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
PoisedadjectiveUS /pɔɪzd/
marked by balance or equilibrium and readiness for action
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
problematicaladjectiveUS /ˌprɑːbləˈmætɪkəl/
open to doubt or debate
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
purelyadverbUS /ˈpjʊrli/
restricted to something
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
referredverbUS /rəˈfɜːrd/
inflected form of “refer” — make reference to
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
regulationsnounUS /ˌreɡjəˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “regulation” — an authoritative rule
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
express in words
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
self-centre
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From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
self-centredadjective
limited to or caring only about yourself and your own needs
From this reading THE EQUATOR The Earth is self-centred.
self-esteemnoun
a feeling of pride in yourself
From this reading Being self-centred, the Earth has naturally an exaggerated sense of self-esteem.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading Being self-centred, the Earth has naturally an exaggerated sense of self-esteem.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
skirtnounUS /skɜːrt/
cloth covering that forms the part of a garment below the waist
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
SpheresnounUS /sfɪrz/
plural of “sphere” — a particular environment or walk of life
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
strictadjectiveUS /strɪkt/
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
required or under orders
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE EQUATOR The Earth is self-centred.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading Instead, therefore, the Earth wears round her middle an imaginary line called the Equator.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
toenounUS /toʊ/
one of the digits of the foot
From this reading Poised on an imaginary toe, she pirouettes round her self-centre, at the rate of over a thousand miles an hour.
toesnounUS /toʊz/
plural of “toe” — one of the digits of the foot
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
twenty-fiveadjectiveUS /ˈtwentifaɪv/
being five more than twenty
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
the act of using
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
precisely as stated
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
the narrowing of the body between the ribs and hips
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading We say imaginary toe because the Earth, owing to the enormous size of her waist, has never been able to see it.
be dressed in
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
wearsnounUS /werz/
plural of “wear” — impairment resulting from long use
From this reading Instead, therefore, the Earth wears round her middle an imaginary line called the Equator.
at the time that
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading Other Spheres of equal or greater importance are referred to as "Luminaries" and supposed to exist chiefly for the purpose of furnishing light when the Sun and Moon are otherwise engaged. _Oh would some Power the giftie gie her_ _To see, as other Planets see her!_ _QUESTIONS_ _Can an imaginary line be said to exist?_ _If not, why does it need an excuse for existence?_
in the company of; together with
From this reading To anyone with a waist measurement of twenty-five thousand miles the very existence of toes is purely problematical.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading To give this imaginary belt some excuse for existence we have depicted the Earth in an imaginary ballet skirt, which without in any way hampering her movements complies with the strict regulations pertaining to feminine attire.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading To wear an actual belt round a waist of such dimensions would be impossible even if it could be of any use.
