used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
activitynounUS /ækˈtɪvəti/
any specific behavior
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
a positive feeling of liking
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
AgentnounUS /ˈeɪdʒənt/
an active and efficient cause; capable of producing a certain effect
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
in addition
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
a quantity of money
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
with anxiety or apprehension
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
arrayedadjectiveUS /ərˈeɪd/
in ceremonial attire and paraphernalia
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
arrivingverbUS /ərˈaɪvɪŋ/
-ing form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
boatmen
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From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
plural of “boat” — a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
fearless and daring
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
bustlingadjectiveUS /ˈbʌsəlɪŋ/
full of energetic and noisy activity
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
past form of “care” — feel concern or interest
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
ChinesenounUS /tʃaɪˈniːz/
any of the Sino-Tibetan languages spoken in China; regarded as dialects of a single language (even though they are mutually unintelligible) because they share an ideographic writing system
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
colonynounUS /ˈkɑːləni/
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
countrymannounUS /ˈkʌntrimən/
a man from your own country
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
destinationnounUS /ˌdestəˈneɪʃən/
the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
ellipticaladjectiveUS /ɪˈlɪptɪkəl/
rounded like an egg
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
any strong feeling
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
entertainedadjectiveUS /ˌentərˈteɪnd/
pleasantly occupied
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
to an extreme degree
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
fathersnounUS /ˈfɑːðərz/
plural of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
finestadjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəst/
superlative of “fine” — being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
floatingadjectiveUS /ˈfloʊtɪŋ/
borne up by or suspended in a liquid
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
foldsnounUS /foʊldz/
plural of “fold” — an angular or rounded shape made by folding
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
gignounUS /ɡɪɡ/
long and light rowing boat; especially for racing
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
harborverbUS /ˈhɑːrbər/
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
homewardadverbUS /ˈhoʊmwərd/
toward home
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
Hong
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From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
hospitablyadverb
in a hospitable manner
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
made greater in size or amount or degree
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
institutionsnounUS /ˌɪnstɪˈtuːʃənz/
plural of “institution” — an organization founded and united for a specific purpose
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
Kong
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From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
an intermediate platform in a staircase
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
landlockedadjectiveUS /ˈlændlɑːkt/
surrounded entirely or almost entirely by land
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
come together
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
used to form the superlative
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
a form of address for a man
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
NavaladjectiveUS /ˈneɪvəl/
connected with or belonging to or used in a navy
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
navynounUS /ˈneɪvi/
an organization of military vessels belonging to a country and available for sea warfare
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
nobleadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊbəl/
impressive in appearance
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
oarsnounUS /ɔːrz/
plural of “oar” — an implement used to propel or steer a boat
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
one's
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From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
picturesqueadjectiveUS /ˈpɪktʃərəsk/
suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
protectingadjectiveUS /prəˈtektɪŋ/
shielding (or designed to shield) against harm or discomfort
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
plural of “rock” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
concerned with religion or religious purposes
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
sacrificingverbUS /ˈsækrəfaɪsɪŋ/
-ing form of “sacrifice” — endure the loss of
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
plural of “sailor” — any member of a ship's crew
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
shippingnounUS /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/
the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
sternadjectiveUS /stɜːrn/
of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
sustainverbUS /səˈsteɪn/
lengthen or extend in duration or space
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
in or at that place or location
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
plural of “thousand” — the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
throngnounUS /θrɔːŋ/
a large gathering of people
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
UnitedadjectiveUS /juːˈnaɪtɪd/
characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
an act of traveling by water
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
warmlyadverbUS /ˈwɔːrmli/
in a hearty manner
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
United States actress and singer (1896-1977)
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
welcomedverbUS /ˈwelkəmd/
past form of “welcome” — accept gladly
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
Whampoa
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From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
at the time that
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
in or at the place that
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
a Caucasian
From this reading The Chinese boatmen at the oars, who were arrayed in the blue and white uniform of our navy sailors, also caused my thoughts to turn anxiously homeward, where thousands of our noble soldiers and sailors were sacrificing their lives in order to sustain the free institutions of our fathers.
which person or people
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
belonging to which person
From this reading I was, however, warmly welcomed by my friend and countryman, Mr. S----, the United States Naval Agent at Hong Kong,--at whose house I was most hospitably entertained, and kindly cared for.
in the company of; together with
From this reading When in a foreign land, the love of country, like one’s religion, becomes a sacred emotion; and as I had learned, while on my voyage, to regard our national flag with increased affection, I was pleased to find it floating at the stern of Mr. S----’s gig, and to be taken to the landing under its protecting folds.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading The harbor of Hong Kong--which is said to be one of the finest in the world--is elliptical in form, and completely landlocked by mountains and bold rocks, which give it an exceedingly picturesque appearance; while the large amount of shipping, and great number of boats, that always throng its waters, present a scene full of life and bustling activity.
but in spite of that
From this reading My destination was Whampoa, but arriving at Hong Kong in advance of our time, the friend who was to meet me there had not yet reached the colony.
