12th
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From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
adeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
AccordinglyadverbUS /əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
againstprepositionUS /əˈɡenst/
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
alladjectiveUS /ɔːl/
(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 Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
anyadjectiveUS /ˈeni/
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
AprilnounUS /ˈeɪprəl/
the month following March and preceding May
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
asconjunctionUS /æz/
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
Astoria
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From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
atprepositionUS /æt/
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
baynounUS /beɪ/
an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
beauxiliary verbUS /biː/
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
bottomnounUS /ˈbɑːtəm/
the lower side of anything
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
butconjunctionUS /bʌt/
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
byprepositionUS /baɪ/
showing who or what does the action
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
CaptainnounUS /ˈkæptən/
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
cargonounUS /ˈkɑːrɡoʊ/
goods carried by a large vehicle
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
commenceverbUS /kəˈmens/
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
CommentsnounUS /ˈkɑːments/
plural of “comment” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
ConductverbUS /ˈkɑːndəkt/
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
continueverbUS /kənˈtɪnjuː/
continue a certain state, condition, or activity
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
continuingadjectiveUS /kənˈtɪnjuːɪŋ/
remaining in force or being carried on without letup
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
couldmodal verbUS /kʊd/
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
CrossingnounUS /ˈkrɔːsɪŋ/
traveling across
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
departedadjectiveUS /dɪˈpɑːrtɪd/
well in the past; former
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
DeparturenounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtʃər/
the act of departing
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
desirousadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪrəs/
having or expressing desire for something
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
determinedadjectiveUS /dɪˈtɜːrmənd/
characterized by great determination
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
encampedverbUS /ɪnˈkæmpt/
past form of “encamp” — live in or as if in a tent
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
establishmentnounUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
the act of forming or establishing something
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
excursionsnounUS /ɪkˈskɜːrʒənz/
plural of “excursion” — a journey taken for pleasure
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
exploringverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːrɪŋ/
-ing form of “explore” — inquire into
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
followverbUS /ˈfɑːloʊ/
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
forprepositionUS /fɔːr/
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
FoundingnounUS /ˈfaʊndɪŋ/
the act of starting something for the first time; introducing something new
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
freighted
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From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
FROMprepositionUS /frʌm/
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
gentlemennounUS /ˈdʒentəlmɪn/
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
GeorgenounUS /dʒɔːrdʒ/
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
harborverbUS /ˈhɑːrbər/
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
hepronounUS /hiː/
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
housenounUS /haʊs/
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
impatientadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpeɪʃənt/
restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
IndianadjectiveUS /ˈɪndiən/
of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
itpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
landnounUS /lænd/
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
landedadjectiveUS /ˈlændəd/
owning or consisting of land or real estate
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
launchverbUS /lɔːntʃ/
set up or found
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
leavingnounUS /ˈliːvɪŋ/
the act of departing
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
madeadjectiveUS /meɪd/
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
moreadjectiveUS /mɔːr/
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
mouthnounUS /maʊθ/
the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
necessaryadjectiveUS /ˈnesəseri/
absolutely essential
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
notadverbUS /nɑːt/
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
onprepositionUS /ɑːn/
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
partnersnounUS /ˈpɑːrtnərz/
plural of “partner” — a person's partner in marriage
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
partynounUS /ˈpɑːrti/
an organization to gain political power
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
perfectlyadverbUS /ˈpɜːrfəktli/
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
personsnounUS /ˈpɜːrsənz/
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
placenounUS /pleɪs/
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
PointnounUS /pɔɪnt/
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
protestedverbUS /prəˈtestɪd/
past form of “protest” — utter words of protest
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
purposenounUS /ˈpɜːrpəs/
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
ReceptionnounUS /rɪˈsepʃən/
the manner in which something is greeted
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
reportverbUS /riˈpɔːrt/
to give an account or representation of in words
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
rivernounUS /ˈrɪvər/
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
satisfiedadjectiveUS /ˈsætəsfaɪd/
filled with satisfaction
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
searchverbUS /sɜːrtʃ/
try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
ShipverbUS /ʃɪp/
transport commercially
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
shouldmodal verbUS /ʃʊd/
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
sitenounUS /saɪt/
the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located)
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
sixteenadjectiveUS /sɪkˈstiːn/
being one more than fifteen
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
smalladjectiveUS /smɔːl/
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
soonadverbUS /suːn/
in the near future
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
soundedverbUS /ˈsaʊndɪd/
past form of “sound” — appear in a certain way
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
sportingadjectiveUS /ˈspɔːrtɪŋ/
exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
TaboosnounUS /tæˈbuːz/
plural of “taboo” — a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
termedverbUS /tɜːrmd/
past form of “term” — name formally or designate with a term
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
ThedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
TheirdeterminerUS /ðer/
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
ThesedeterminerUS /ðiːz/
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
thingsnounUS /θɪŋz/
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading Accordingly, on the 12th of April the launch was freighted with all things necessary for the purpose, and sixteen persons departed in her to commence the establishment, leaving the Tonquin to follow as soon as the harbor could be sounded.
ThornnounUS /θɔːrn/
something that causes irritation and annoyance
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
Tonquin
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
tradingnounUS /ˈtreɪdɪŋ/
buying or selling securities or commodities
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
trueadjectiveUS /truː/
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
twonounUS /tuː/
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
VisitorsnounUS /ˈvɪzɪtərz/
plural of “visitor” — someone who visits
From this reading Point George--Founding of Astoria--Indian Visitors.--Their Reception.--The Captain Taboos the Ship.--Departure of the Tonquin.--Comments on the Conduct of Captain Thorn.
voyagenounUS /ˈvɔɪədʒ/
an act of traveling by water
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading FROM the report made by the two exploring partners, it was determined that Point George should be the site of the trading house.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
whatpronounUS /wʌt/
used to ask for information about something
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
wideadjectiveUS /waɪd/
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading These gentlemen, it is true, were not perfectly satisfied with the place, and were desirous of continuing their search; but Captain Thorn was impatient to land his cargo and continue his voyage, and protested against any more of what he termed “sporting excursions.”
withinprepositionUS /wɪˈðɪn/
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Crossing the wide mouth of the river, the party landed, and encamped at the bottom of a small bay within Point George.
