used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
accessnounUS /ˈækses/
the right to enter
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
activelyadverbUS /ˈæktɪvli/
in an active manner
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
availableadjectiveUS /əˈveɪləbəl/
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
baggingnounUS /ˈbæɡɪŋ/
coarse fabric used for bags or sacks
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
BotanicalnounUS /bəˈtænɪkəl/
a drug made from part of a plant (as the bark or root or leaves)
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The united party had thoroughly enjoyed the day, even into the evening.
deterverbUS /dɪˈtɜːr/
try to prevent; show opposition to
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
having your services engaged for; or having a job especially one that pays wages or a salary
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
EnglishmennounUS /ˌeŋˈlɪʃmən/
plural of “englishman” — a man who is a native or inhabitant of England
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading The united party had thoroughly enjoyed the day, even into the evening.
divisible by two
From this reading The united party had thoroughly enjoyed the day, even into the evening.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading The united party had thoroughly enjoyed the day, even into the evening.
excursionnounUS /ɪkˈskɜːrʒən/
a journey taken for pleasure
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
expertadjectiveUS /ˈekspərt/
having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
FESTIVITIESnounUS /feˈstɪvətiz/
plural of “festivity” — any joyous diversion
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
finestadjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəst/
superlative of “fine” — being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
yet to be or coming
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
HOOGLY
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
huntersnounUS /ˈhʌntərz/
plural of “hunter” — someone who hunts game
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading The united party had thoroughly enjoyed the day, even into the evening.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
junglenounUS /ˈdʒʌŋɡəl/
a location marked by an intense competition and struggle for survival
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
leopardsnounUS /ˈlepərdz/
plural of “leopard” — the pelt of a leopard
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
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 At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
used to form the superlative
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
O'FlahertynounUS /oʊˈfleɪhərti/
Irish writer of short stories (1896-1984)
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
the act of departing politely
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
preservationnounUS /ˌprezərˈveɪʃən/
the activity of protecting something from loss or danger
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
past form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
skinsnounUS /skɪnz/
plural of “skin” — a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
spaciousadjectiveUS /ˈspeɪʃəs/
very large in expanse or scope
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
steam-yacht
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From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
steamernounUS /ˈstiːmər/
a clam that is usually steamed in the shell
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
successfullyadverbUS /səkˈsesfəli/
with success; in a successful manner
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
Sunderbunds
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
themenounUS /θiːm/
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
in an exhaustive manner
From this reading The united party had thoroughly enjoyed the day, even into the evening.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
tigersnounUS /ˈtaɪɡərz/
a terrorist organization in Sri Lanka that began in 1970 as a student protest over the limited university access for Tamil students
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
touristsnounUS /ˈtʊrəsts/
plural of “tourist” — someone who travels for pleasure
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
unitedadjectiveUS /juːˈnaɪtɪd/
characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity
From this reading The united party had thoroughly enjoyed the day, even into the evening.
visitingnounUS /ˈvɪzɪtɪŋ/
the activity of making visits
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
waterwaysnounUS /ˈwɔːtərweɪz/
plural of “waterway” — a navigable body of water
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
weariedadjectiveUS /ˈwɪrid/
exhausted
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
at the time that
From this reading The skins of the tigers and leopards were sent to an expert, to be prepared for future preservation when the time should admit.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
which person or people
From this reading THE PARTING FESTIVITIES ON THE HOOGLY While the hunters were so successfully bagging the big game of the jungle, Captain O'Flaherty had taken the party who had remained on board the steamer on an excursion through some of the waterways of the Sunderbunds, so that they were not wearied by waiting for those more actively employed.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading The next morning the tourists were taken to the Botanical Garden, a short distance above the city, which is said to be the finest as well as the most spacious in the world.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading At the hotel the wonderful success of the hunters was the theme of the other guests; but the place was regarded as a dangerous one, though that would not deter Englishmen from visiting it if it were not so difficult of access, for a government steam-yacht was not available for many parties.
