Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

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

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

a bottomless gulf or pit; any unfathomable (or apparently unfathomable) cavity or chasm or void extending below (often used figuratively)

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

liveliness and eagerness

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

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

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

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

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

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

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

the act of waking

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

someone who plays a bugle

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

a light four-wheel horse-drawn ceremonial carriage

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

blow the clarion

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

rid of obstructions

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

come together, usually for a purpose

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

extending or moving from a higher to a lower place

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

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

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

a person who is markedly small

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

a movable barrier in a fence or wall

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

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

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

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

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

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

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

without limits in extent or size or quantity

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

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

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

a landowner who leases to others

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

immediately past

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

plural of “maid” — a female domestic

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

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

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

a brief written record

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

past form of “occasion” — give occasion to

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

above and across; more than

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

in a set manner without serious attention; as a formality

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

any competition

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

inflected form of “ring” — sound loudly and sonorously

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

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

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

the shape of a raised edge of a more or less circular object

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

Identical; not different.

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

the context and environment in which something is set

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

the state of being asleep

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

ready to fall asleep

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

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

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

in the near future

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

a small number (of something) dispersed haphazardly

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

make square

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; not easily aroused or excited

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

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

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

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

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks

From this reading In the tap-room of the tavern the landlord moved about, setting to rights the tables and chairs, or sprinkling fresh sand on the floor.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

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

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

in or at that place or location

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

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

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

past form of “toil” — work hard

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

plural of “tone” — the quality of a person's voice

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

past form of “tramp” — travel on foot, especially on a walking expedition

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

something given or done as an expression of esteem

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

a soldier in a motorized army unit

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

proclaim on, or as if on, a trumpet

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

having tucked or being tucked

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

directed up

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

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

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

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

From this reading THE DWARF MAKES AN EARLY CALL From one of the watch-towers of the town rang the clear note of a trumpet, a tribute of melody, occasioned by the awakening in the east.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

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

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

change directions as if revolving on a pivot

From this reading As the last clarion tones reechoed over the sleeping village, a crimson rim appeared above the horizon and soon the entire wheel of the chariot of the sun-god rolled up out of the illimitable abyss and began its daily race across the sky.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading About the same time the sleepy guard at the town gate was relieved by an equally drowsy-appearing trooper; here and there windows were flung open, and around the well in the small public square the maids began to congregate.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.

past form of “yawn” — utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired

From this reading The stolid bugler yawned, tucked his trumpet under his arm, and, having perfunctorily performed the duties of his office, tramped downward with more alacrity than he had toiled upward.