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sallying

Archaic Terms
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

A sudden charge or outburst, often military; in poetry, it denotes impulse, attack, or the explosive release of pent-up force.

Detailed Definition
The term 'sallying' refers to a sudden or spirited movement, often associated with a charge or an attack. In the context of the poem, it evokes a sense of lively energy and spontaneity, as the speaker expresses a joyful and bold spirit. The use of this term adds a layer of historical richness, connecting the poem to a tradition of language that conveys action and vitality.
Example
Example in poetry:
"I laugh in narrow lamplit lanes, A silver sallying soul!" outburst; enhanced: "I laugh... A silver sallying soul! bursting forth"; witty; contemporary: "Sallying into adventure"; educational: "Sallying rushing in Romantic energy."
Additional Notes
The word 'sallying' captures the lively and spirited essence of the speaker's soul as they navigate through their experiences.; Found in the poem, Silver Spoils by Grace Fallow Norton
Also Known As
rushing forth surging out issuing boldly venturing suddenly
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