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From this reading _Fig. 1_ shows a home-made microscope ready for use.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
admirableadjectiveUS /ˈædmərəbəl/
deserving of the highest esteem or admiration
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
react verbally
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
bellowsnounUS /ˈbeloʊz/
(used in the plural) a mechanical device that blows a strong current of air; used to make a fire burn more fiercely or to sound a musical instrument
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
showing who or what does the action
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cheaperadjectiveUS /ˈtʃiːpər/
comparative of “cheap” — relatively low in price or charging low prices
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
cheapestadjectiveUS /ˈtʃiːpəst/
superlative of “cheap” — relatively low in price or charging low prices
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
DANDELIONnounUS /ˈdændəlaɪən/
any of several herbs of the genus Taraxacum having long tap roots and deeply notched leaves and bright yellow flowers followed by fluffy seed balls
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
FignounUS /fɪɡ/
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading _Fig. 1_ shows a home-made microscope ready for use.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Fig. 1_ shows a home-made microscope ready for use.
forcepsnounUS /ˈfɔːrseps/
an extractor consisting of a pair of pincers used in medical treatment (especially for the delivery of babies)
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
FREDERICKnounUS /ˈfredrɪk/
a town in northern Maryland to the west of Baltimore
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
HOME-MADE
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HOW
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From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
instrumentnounUS /ˈɪnstrəmənt/
a device that requires skill for proper use
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
plural of “kind” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
lensesnounUS /ˈlenzəz/
plural of “lens” — a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
LEROY
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limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
magnifiernounUS /ˈmæɡnəfaɪər/
a scientific instrument that magnifies an image
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
magnifiersnounUS /ˈmæɡnəfaɪərz/
plural of “magnifier” — a scientific instrument that magnifies an image
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
engage in
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
mechanicaladjectiveUS /məˈkænɪkəl/
using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
MICROSCOPEnounUS /ˈmaɪkrəskoʊp/
magnifier of the image of small objects
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microscopesnounUS /ˈmaɪkrəskoʊps/
plural of “microscope” — magnifier of the image of small objects
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
moderateverbUS /ˈmɑːdərət/
preside over
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
needlesnounUS /ˈniːdəlz/
plural of “needle” — the leaf of a conifer
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
one's
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From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
and nothing more
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
a set of two similar things considered as a unit
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
patternnounUS /ˈpætərn/
a perceptual structure
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading _Fig. 1_ shows a home-made microscope ready for use.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
SARGENTnounUS /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/
United States painter (born in Italy) known for his society portraits (1856-1925)
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
your consciousness of your own identity
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining
From this reading _Fig. 1_ shows a home-made microscope ready for use.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
an ability that has been acquired by training
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
disposed of to a purchaser
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
the act of using
From this reading A HOME-MADE MICROSCOPE, AND HOW TO USE IT BY FREDERICK LEROY SARGENT XIII.--HOW TO SEE A DANDELION.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading What is known as the "bellows pattern," with three lenses, is one of the best of the cheaper forms of magnifiers, and is an admirable little instrument.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading There are many kinds of simple microscopes sold, some of which are of moderate price and answer every purpose; but if one has a little mechanical skill the cheapest way is to buy a magnifier and make the rest of the microscope one's self.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A simple microscope, some mounted needles, a sharp knife and a pair of small forceps, are the only things needed to begin with.
XIIInoun
the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one
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