used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
(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 WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
in addition
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
for the reason that
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
the two together, not just one
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
CULTUREnounUS /ˈkʌltʃər/
a particular society at a particular time and place
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
demandsnounUS /dɪˈmændz/
plural of “demand” — an urgent or peremptory request
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
divisible by two
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
expressesnounUS /ɪkˈspresəz/
plural of “express” — mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
a young female
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
GutsnounUS /ɡʌts/
fortitude and determination
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
hard-pan
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
not in action or at work
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
indicating the most important performer or role
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
musclesnounUS /ˈmʌsəlz/
plural of “muscle” — one of the contractile organs of the body
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
Muths
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
normaladjectiveUS /ˈnɔːrməl/
conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
occurverbUS /əˈkɜːr/
come to pass
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
and nothing more
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
others
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
paraphrasenounUS /ˈperəfreɪz/
rewording for the purpose of clarification
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
sedentaryadjectiveUS /ˈsedənteri/
requiring sitting or little activity
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
softnessnounUS /ˈsɔːftnəs/
the property of giving little resistance to pressure and being easily cut or molded
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
tendonsnounUS /ˈtendənz/
plural of “tendon” — a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
in or at that place or location
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It is a normal, active, “hard-pan” life which takes the softness not only out of the muscles, but also out of the thoughts and the feelings.
tightensverbUS /ˈtaɪtənz/
third-person singular of “tighten” — make tight or tighter
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
wanting in physical strength
From this reading Often, to paraphrase Guts Muths, a girl is weak because it does not occur to her that she can be strong.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
WHOLESOMEadjectiveUS /ˈhoʊlsəm/
conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
wildernessnounUS /ˈwɪldərnəs/
(politics) a state of disfavor
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading It tightens up the tendons of our bodies and the even more wonderful tendons of the mind.
the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading If there is one word which above all others expresses the life of the woods, it is the word WHOLESOME.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading WOOD CULTURE AND CAMP HEALTH It is far better for the girl to be out in a wilderness world which demands all the attention of both heart and mind, than to be leading an idle or sedentary life at home.
