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From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
8th
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From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
angularadjectiveUS /ˈæŋɡjələr/
measured by an angle or by the rate of change of an angle
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Having done this, the work of portaging through the forest was begun.
the two together, not just one
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
brother'snounUS /ˈbrʌðərz/
possessive form of “brother” — a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
chieflyadverbUS /ˈtʃiːfli/
for the most part
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
circuitousadjectiveUS /sərˈkjuːɪtəs/
marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
collectingnounUS /kəˈlektɪŋ/
the act of gathering something together
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
separate with or as if with an instrument
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
zealous in devotion or affection
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
a line leading to a place or point
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading Having done this, the work of portaging through the forest was begun.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
comparative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
examinationnounUS /ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
existingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ/
presently existing
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
floranounUS /ˈflɔːrə/
all the plant life in a particular region or period
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading Having done this, the work of portaging through the forest was begun.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
geologynounUS /dʒiˈɑːlədʒi/
a science that deals with the history of the earth as recorded in rocks
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
someone employed to conduct others
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
Havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Having done this, the work of portaging through the forest was begun.
plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
INTOprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
the month following June and preceding August
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
largelyadverbUS /ˈlɑːrdʒli/
in large part; mainly or chiefly
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
indicating the most important performer or role
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
engage in
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
mapverbUS /mæp/
make a map of; show or establish the features of details of
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
the force of workers available
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
methodicaladjectiveUS /məˈθɑːdəkəl/
characterized by method and orderliness
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
plural of “note” — a brief written record
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
under a moral obligation to do something
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
pack-straps
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From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
portagenounUS /ˈpɔːrtədʒ/
the cost of carrying or transporting
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
portaging
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From this reading Having done this, the work of portaging through the forest was begun.
precipitousadjectiveUS /prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/
done with very great haste and without due deliberation
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
plural of “rock” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
rockyadjectiveUS /ˈrɑːki/
abounding in rocks or stones
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
routenounUS /ruːt/
an established line of travel or access
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
steadieradjectiveUS /ˈstediər/
comparative of “steady” — not subject to change or variation especially in behavior
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
plural of “stone” — a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
surveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
swampsnounUS /swɑːmps/
plural of “swamp” — low land that is seasonally flooded; has more woody plants than a marsh and better drainage than a bog
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
thicketnounUS /ˈθɪkɪt/
a dense growth of bushes
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
thicketsnounUS /ˈθɪkəts/
plural of “thicket” — a dense growth of bushes
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
topographicaladjective
concerned with topography
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
a track or mark left by something that has passed
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
not known
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
untravelledadjective
not traveled over or through
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
at the time that
From this reading My brother’s time was chiefly devoted to the general direction of the party, and an examination of the geology of the country.[2] My own time was largely taken up in making the survey and topographical notes of the route, and in collecting the flora of the country; but when our duties permitted and occasion required we both took a turn at the pack-straps, as we did on this portage.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading In order to make an easier trail than the existing circuitous one, which led over sharp angular stones and precipitous rocks, we were obliged to cut our way through a thicket for a distance of half a mile.
WILDERNESSnounUS /ˈwɪldərnəs/
(politics) a state of disfavor
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading _INTO THE UNKNOWN WILDERNESS._ On Saturday morning, the 8th of July, without guide or map, we commenced our journey into the great untravelled wilderness.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading The trail commenced with a portage two miles in length, leading through thickets, swamps, and over rocky hills, but by this time the men were accustomed to their work, and went about it in a steadier and more methodical manner.
