used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
a proposal for an appropriate course of action
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
united by being of the same opinion
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
(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 Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
brainsnounUS /breɪnz/
plural of “brain” — that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading "I shall help you--if I can," was all he said.
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
a formal event performed on a special occasion
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
community'snounUS /kəˈmjuːnɪtiz/
possessive form of “community” — a group of people living in a particular local area
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
permission to do something
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
consultverbUS /kənˈsʌlt/
get or ask advice from
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
without stop or interruption
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
recognizable; marked
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
made known or openly avowed
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
wanted intensely
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
divisible by two
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
fanverbUS /fæn/
strike out (a batter), (of a pitcher)
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946)
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
foresawverbUS /ˌfɔːrˈsɔː/
inflected form of “foresee” — realize beforehand
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
HAMUL-KAMMESH
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From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading "I shall help you--if I can," was all he said.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "I shall help you--if I can," was all he said.
impiousadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpaɪəs/
lacking piety or reverence for a god
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
of great significance or value
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
Karem
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From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
methodicallyadverbUS /məˈθɑːdɪkəli/
in a methodical manner
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
used to form the superlative
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
absolutely essential
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
not any; not one
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
ORDAINS
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From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
outcastsnounUS /ˈaʊtkæsts/
plural of “outcast” — a person who is rejected (from society or home)
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
performverbUS /pərˈfɔːrm/
carry out or perform an action
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
plungeverbUS /plʌndʒ/
thrust or throw into
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
prejudicedadjectiveUS /ˈpredʒədəst/
emanating from a person's emotions and prejudices
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
rackingadjectiveUS /ˈrækɪŋ/
causing great physical or mental suffering
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
show unwillingness towards
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "I shall help you--if I can," was all he said.
get by special effort
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest
From this reading "I shall help you--if I can," was all he said.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
Sobul
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From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
spadenounUS /speɪd/
a playing card in the major suit that has one or more black figures on it
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading Karem seemed not at all surprised, but continued to plunge his spade methodically into the earth.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
unalterablyadverbUS /əˈnɔːltərəbli/
in an unalterable and unchangeable manner
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
villagersnounUS /ˈvɪlɪdʒərz/
plural of “villager” — one who has lived in a village most of their life
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
virtuallyadverbUS /ˈvɜːrtʃuːəli/
in essence or effect but not in fact
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
weddedadjectiveUS /ˈwedɪd/
having been taken in marriage
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
in or at the place that
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
actively engaged in paid work
From this reading After racking my brains for hours, I decided to consult Karem; and, accordingly, I went to him where he was working in the fields, and declared that I desired his advice on an important matter.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading We foresaw that most of the villagers would be unalterably prejudiced; that they would regard our union as impious; that Hamul-Kammesh would fan their opposition and refuse to perform the ceremony; that, even were we wedded, we should be in danger of living as outcasts, since in Sobul it was virtually necessary to secure the community's consent to a marriage.
Yasma
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From this reading _HAMUL-KAMMESH ORDAINS_ Even after Yasma and I had agreed, it was no easy matter to carry out our plans.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I shall help you--if I can," was all he said.
