used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
allowsverbUS /əˈlaʊz/
third-person singular of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
atomsnounUS /ˈætəmz/
plural of “atom” — (physics and chemistry) the smallest component of an element having the chemical properties of the element
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
closely-packed
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From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
continuallyadverbUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəli/
seemingly without interruption
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
coveringsnounUS /ˈkʌvərɪŋz/
plural of “covering” — a natural object that covers or envelops
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
deservesverbUS /dɪˈzɜːrvz/
third-person singular of “deserve” — be worthy or deserving
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
embarrassingadjectiveUS /ɪmˈberəsɪŋ/
hard to deal with; especially causing pain or embarrassment
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
be identical or equivalent to
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
divisible by two
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
make plain and comprehensible
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
the organ of sight
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
opinion or judgment
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
fire-dust
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
an iconic mental representation
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
incomprehensibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪŋkɑːmprəˈhensɪbəl/
incapable of being explained or accounted for
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
indivisibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪndɪˈvɪsɪbəl/
impossible of undergoing division
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
infiniteadjectiveUS /ˈɪnfənət/
having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
Letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
engage in
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
meetsnounUS /miːts/
plural of “meet” — a meeting at which a number of athletic contests are held
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
used to form the superlative
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
no person; not anyone
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
opaqueadjectiveUS /oʊˈpeɪk/
not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant energy; impenetrable to sight
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
openingsnounUS /ˈoʊpənɪŋz/
plural of “opening” — an open or empty space in or between things
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
physicsnounUS /ˈfɪzɪks/
the science of matter and energy and their interactions
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
pierceverbUS /pɪrs/
cut or make a way through
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
raysnounUS /reɪz/
plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
reboundverbUS /riˈbaʊnd/
spring back; spring away from an impact
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
repulses
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
move by turning over or rotating
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
plural of “sens” — street names for marijuana
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
and nothing more
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
(of a nose) blocked
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
superficiesnoun
the purely external aspect of a thing; superficial appearance
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
express a supposition
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
caused to fall to the ground
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
thrustsnounUS /θrʌsts/
plural of “thrust” — the force used in pushing
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
transmitverbUS /trænzˈmɪt/
transfer to another
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Let us begin with sight, which, as the most incomprehensible, deserves our first attention.
precisely as stated
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
visualadjectiveUS /ˈvɪʒəwəl/
relating to or using sight
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
belonging to which person
From this reading As I suppose, the coverings of the eye, whose openings are like those of glass, transmit the fire-dust we call visual rays, which is stopped by some opaque matter making it rebound; for this fire-dust meets on the way the image of the object which repulses it and, as this image is simply an infinite number of little bodies continually thrown off in equal superficies from the subject looked at, the image thrusts back the rays to our eyes.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading "In fine, these first and indivisible atoms make a circle upon which the most embarrassing difficulties of physics roll without difficulty.
but in spite of that
From this reading Even the operation of the senses, which nobody yet has been able to understand, I explain very easily with these little bodies.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "You will not fail to object to me that glass is an opaque and closely-packed body; yet instead of throwing back these other little bodies it allows them to pierce it.
