used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
how long something has existed
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
awningnounUS /ˈɑːnɪŋ/
a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
beddingnounUS /ˈbedɪŋ/
coverings that are used on a bed
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
the act of burning something
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
plural of “case” — an occurrence of something
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
put or send forth
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
plural of “chair” — a seat for one person, with a support for the back
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
ColonnounUS /ˈkoʊlən/
the part of the large intestine between the cecum and the rectum; it extracts moisture from food residues before they are excreted
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
having or capable of producing colors
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
ContinentnounUS /ˈkɑːntənənt/
one of the large landmasses of the earth
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
costumenounUS /kɑːˈstuːm/
the attire worn in a play or at a fancy dress ball
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
any of various platforms built into a vessel
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
descendverbUS /dɪˈsend/
move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
lacking in light; not bright or harsh
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
downpournounUS /ˈdaʊnpɔːr/
a heavy rain
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
endlessadjectiveUS /ˈendləs/
tiresomely long; seemingly without end
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
enjoyingverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
forenounUS /fɔːr/
front part of a vessel or aircraft
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
glarenounUS /ɡler/
a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
plural of “god” — the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
hammocksnounUS /ˈhæməks/
plural of “hammock” — a small natural hill
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
hazenounUS /heɪz/
atmospheric moisture or dust or smoke that causes reduced visibility
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
a social unit living together
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
huddledadjectiveUS /ˈhʌdəld/
crowded or massed together
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
impairedadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈperd/
diminished in strength, quality, or utility
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
isthmusnounUS /ˈɪsməs/
a relatively narrow strip of land (with water on both sides) connecting two larger land areas
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
JamaicanounUS /dʒəˈmeɪkə/
a country on the island of Jamaica; became independent of England in 1962; much poverty; the major industry is tourism
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
and nothing more
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
KingstonnounUS /ˈkɪŋstən/
a town on the Hudson River in New York
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
labourers
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From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
the act of departing
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
luggagenounUS /ˈlʌɡədʒ/
cases used to carry belongings when traveling
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
the force of workers available
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
a particular point in time
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
monkeysnounUS /ˈmʌŋkiz/
plural of “monkey” — any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians)
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
monotonousadjectiveUS /məˈnɑːtənəs/
tediously repetitious or lacking in variety
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
nauseanounUS /ˈnɔːziə/
the state that precedes vomiting
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
oblivionnounUS /əˈblɪviən/
the state of being disregarded or forgotten
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
observingadjectiveUS /əbˈzɜːrvɪŋ/
quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
obstaclesnounUS /ˈɑːbstəkəlz/
plural of “obstacle” — something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
occasionedverbUS /əˈkeɪʒənd/
past form of “occasion” — give occasion to
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
ownersnounUS /ˈoʊnərz/
plural of “owner” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
PanamanounUS /ˈpænəmɑː/
a republic on the Isthmus of Panama; achieved independence from Colombia in 1903
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
parrotsnounUS /ˈperəts/
plural of “parrot” — usually brightly colored zygodactyl tropical birds with short hooked beaks and the ability to mimic sounds
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
poultrynounUS /ˈpoʊltri/
a domesticated gallinaceous bird thought to be descended from the red jungle fowl
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
promenading
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From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
shield from danger, injury, destruction, or damage
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
recliningnounUS /rɪˈklaɪnɪŋ/
the act of assuming or maintaining a reclining position
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
uttered with a trill
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
try to get or reach
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
transport commercially
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
sightedadjectiveUS /ˈsaɪtɪd/
able to see
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
a clam that is usually steamed in the shell
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
one of three equal parts of a divisible whole
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading On the fore deck, huddled together in endless confusion, are labourers from the island just left; behind their “household gods”--parrots, monkeys, poultry, and dogs--enjoying in many cases more comfort than their owners.
torrentialadjectiveUS /tɔːˈrenʃəl/
relating to or resulting from the action of a torrent
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
tropicaladjectiveUS /ˈtrɑːpɪkəl/
relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator)
From this reading On the afternoon of the third day, through the haze of a tropical downpour, Colon is sighted.
typesnounUS /taɪps/
plural of “type” — a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
varyingadjectiveUS /ˈveriɪŋ/
marked by diversity or difference
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The steamer is crowded and its comfort impaired by the numerous obstacles such as luggage and deck chairs, which prevent promenading and the taking of the usual form of exercise on board ship.
which person or people
From this reading _On the Way to the Southern Continent_ After leaving Kingston, Jamaica, one has an opportunity of observing some of the many types who journey to the isthmus of Panama.
plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading In the dim shadows cast by the awning spread to protect them from the glare of the burning sun, or the torrential rain which might at any moment descend; reclining upon chairs, hammocks or bedding spread upon the deck, men and women of varying age, colour and costume, seek oblivion in sleep from the nausea occasioned by the monotonous rolling of the ship.
