30th
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From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
farther along in physical or mental development
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
united by being of the same opinion
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
ascendverbUS /əˈsend/
travel up
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
ElmsnounUS /elmz/
plural of “elm” — any of various trees of the genus Ulmus: important timber or shade trees
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
EncampmentnounUS /ɪnˈkæmpmɪnt/
a site where people on holiday can pitch a tent
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
EucalyptinounUS /ˌjuːkəˈlɪptaɪ/
plural of “eucalyptus” — wood of any of various eucalyptus trees valued as timber
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
divisible by two
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
explorersnounUS /ɪkˈsplɔːrərz/
plural of “explorer” — someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose)
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
exploringverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːrɪŋ/
-ing form of “explore” — inquire into
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
fatiguenounUS /fəˈtiːɡ/
temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
GiganticadjectiveUS /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/
so exceedingly large or extensive as to suggest a giant or mammoth
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
Jacamarnoun
tropical American insectivorous bird having a long sharp bill and iridescent green or bronze plumage
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
LincolnnounUS /ˈlɪŋkən/
16th President of the United States; saved the Union during the American Civil War and emancipated the slaves; was assassinated by Booth (1809-1865)
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
for more time
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
MonkeysnounUS /ˈmʌŋkiz/
plural of “monkey” — any of various long-tailed primates (excluding the prosimians)
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
navigableadjectiveUS /ˈnævəɡəbəl/
able to be sailed on or through safely
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
absolutely essential
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
not any; not one
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
OctobernounUS /ɑːkˈtoʊbər/
the month following September and preceding November
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
others
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From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
PlantsnounUS /plænts/
plural of “plant” — buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
provisionsnounUS /prəˈvɪʒənz/
a stock or supply of foods
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
recentadjectiveUS /ˈriːsənt/
new
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
past form of “render” — cause to become
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
settlersnounUS /ˈsetlərz/
plural of “settler” — a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading It was therefore agreed that they should ascend the Mercy as far as the river was navigable.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
transportnounUS /trænˈspɔːrt/
something that serves as a means of transportation
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
traversedverbUS /ˈtrævərst/
past form of “traverse” — travel across or pass over
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
soldiers collectively
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
WaterfallnounUS /ˈwɔːtərfɔːl/
a steep descent of the water of a river
From this reading The Start -- The rising Tide -- Elms and different Plants -- The Jacamar -- Aspect of the Forest -- Gigantic Eucalypti -- The Reason they are called "Fever Trees" -- Troops of Monkeys -- A Waterfall -- The Night Encampment.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading In fact, things had so come about that the settlers in Lincoln Island no longer needed help for themselves, but were even able to carry it to others.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The next day, the 30th of October, all was ready for the proposed exploring expedition, which recent events had rendered so necessary.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading A great part of the distance would thus be traversed without fatigue, and the explorers could transport their provisions and arms to an advanced point in the west of the island.
