All 3 Uses of
interpose
in
Selected Essays
- The relations of the soul to the divine spirit are so pure, that it is profane to seek to interpose helps.†
Chpt 3. *interpose = insert between other elements; or to interrupt or stop action by others
- True love transcends the unworthy object, and dwells and broods on the eternal, and when the poor interposed mask crumbles, it is not sad, but feels rid of so much earth, and feels its independency the surer.†
Chpt 4.
- Everybody we know surrounds himself with a fine house, fine books, conservatory, gardens, equipage, and all manner of toys, as screens to interpose between himself and his guests.†
Chpt 6.interpose = insert between other elements; or to interrupt or stop action by others
Definition:
to insert between other elements; or to interrupt or stop action by others