Ruth — Vocabulary
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dwelldwell → dwells:lives in The creature dwells in the forest.more Show sample from book ...and they dwelled there about ten years. (1:4)1 more dwell → dwelled:lived Show general definition for dwell (as in: It dwells in the forest.) make one's home in; or to live in; or to stay (in a place)
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wroughtworked or crafted The windows have decorative wrought iron bars for security.more Show sample from book ...with whom she had wrought... (2:19)1 more worked Show general definition for wrought (as in: wrought iron) worked -- as when iron is shaped to fit by bending or beating
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moreoverin addition to what has just been said The company has too much debt. Moreover, it is responsible for a long-term lease on expensive office space.more Show sample from book 4:10 Moreover Ruth the Moabitess, the wife of Mahlon, have I purchased to be my wife, to raise up the name of the dead upon his inheritance, that the name of the dead be not cut off from among his brethren, and from the gate of his place: ye are witnesses this day.†
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parcheddried out Nothing will grow in this parched soil.more Show sample from book And she sat beside the reapers: and he reached her parched corn, and she did eat, and was sufficed, and left.† dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight; or very thirsty Show general definition dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight; or very thirsty
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reproachreproach → reproached:criticized and expressed disappointment She reproached him for treating his sister so thoughtlessly.more Show sample from book 2:15 And when she was risen up to glean, Boaz commanded his young men, saying, Let her glean even among the sheaves, and reproach her not: 2:16 And let fall also some of the handfuls of purpose for her, and leave them, that she may glean them, and rebuke her not.† a criticism; or to express criticism Show general definition a criticism; or to express criticism or disappointment -- especially where a relationship makes the disapproval result in disappointment or shame Show editor's word notes The expression "beyond reproach" is often used to indicate that one must not only be careful to do everything right, but must be careful not to do anything that might make people suspect they did something wrong. For example, politicians often need to behave in a manner that is beyond reproach. "Beyond reproach" can also suggest that something is perfect. More rarely, it can also be used to suggest that someone is too powerful or too well-connected to criticize.
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afflictafflict → afflicted:made to suffer The region was afflicted by a long drought that destroyed most crops.more Show sample from book 1:21 I went out full and the LORD hath brought me home again empty: why then call ye me Naomi, seeing the LORD hath testified against me, and the Almighty hath afflicted me?† afflict → afflicted:suffering; or made to suffer Show general definition to cause pain, suffering, or trouble -- especially something long-lasting or hard to endure
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inhabitantinhabitant → inhabitants:people (who live in a particular place) What will traffic be like if the city has twice as many inhabitants?more Show sample from book 4:3 And he said unto the kinsman, Naomi, that is come again out of the country of Moab, selleth a parcel of land, which was our brother Elimelech's: 4:4 And I thought to advertise thee, saying, Buy it before the inhabitants, and before the elders of my people.† Show general definition a person who lives in a particular place
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testifytestify → testified:provided oral evidence in court She testified against the robber.more Show sample from book 1:21 I went out full and the LORD hath brought me home again empty: why then call ye me Naomi, seeing the LORD hath testified against me, and the Almighty hath afflicted me?† testify → testified:provided evidence of something -- especially oral evidence in court Show general definition provide evidence of something -- especially to say something under oath in a court of law
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testimonythe statement of a witness at a trial Her emotional testimony moved the jury.more Show sample from book 4:7 Now this was the manner in former time in Israel concerning redeeming and concerning changing, for to confirm all things; a man plucked off his shoe, and gave it to his neighbour: and this was a testimony in Israel.† something that serves as evidence -- especially a statement at a trial or hearing Show general definition something that serves as evidence -- especially a statement at a trial or hearing
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kindredsimilar in quality or character We are kindred spirits.more Show sample from book 2:3 And she went, and came, and gleaned in the field after the reapers: and her hap was to light on a part of the field belonging unto Boaz, who was of the kindred of Elimelech.†1 more similar in quality or character; OR closely related Show general definition similar in quality or character or: closely related -- such as family or things with shared origin
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morselsmall bit I ate every tasty morsel.more Show sample from book 2:14 And Boaz said unto her, At mealtime come thou hither, and eat of the bread, and dip thy morsel in the vinegar.† a very small quantity Show general definition a very small quantity -- usually of food
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steadfastfirmly consistent The old lighthouse stood steadfast against the crashing waves.Lang, Andrew — The Yellow Fairy Bookmore Show sample from book 1:18 When she saw that she was stedfastly minded to go with her, then she left speaking unto her.†
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recompensecompensation for loss As recompense for the damage caused by the storm, the insurance company paid the family a large sum of money.more Show sample from book 2:12 The LORD recompense thy work, and a full reward be given thee of the LORD God of Israel, under whose wings thou art come to trust.† compensate for a loss; or pay a reward Show general definition compensation for loss; or payment or reward Show editor's word notes Recompense is seldom used in modern literature.